S&H Farms Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

S&H Farms Dam, located in Saunders, Nebraska, serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure along the TR-Wagon Tongue Creek.


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Summary

Built in 1979, this earth dam stands at a height of 38 feet, with a hydraulic height of 34 feet and a structural height of 39 feet. It has a maximum storage capacity of 149 acre-feet, providing protection to the surrounding area from potential flooding events.

Despite its importance in mitigating flood risks, S&H Farms Dam is currently rated as having a poor condition assessment, with a low hazard potential. The dam spans a length of 1060 feet and covers a drainage area of 0.6 square miles. While it undergoes regular inspections every five years, there is a need for further maintenance and improvement to ensure its continued effectiveness in safeguarding the community and environment.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to recognize the significance of structures like S&H Farms Dam in protecting our natural surroundings from the impacts of extreme weather events. By staying informed about its condition, maintenance needs, and potential risks, we can work towards enhancing the resilience of our water infrastructure and building a more sustainable future for all.

Year Completed

1979

Dam Length

1060

Dam Height

38

River Or Stream

TR-WAGON TONGUE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Hydraulic Height

34

Drainage Area

0.6

Nid Storage

149

Structural Height

39

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

39
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.