Stiver North Dam, located in Scotts Bluff, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS to reduce flood risks along the TR-North Platte River.
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Completed in 1958, this earth dam stands at a height of 19 feet and spans 432 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 185.3 acre-feet and a drainage area of 2.43 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow in the region.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Stiver North Dam is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite being classified as low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, with the last inspection conducted in August 2020. While the dam does not have a spillway or outlet gates, its primary purpose of flood risk reduction highlights its importance in protecting the surrounding area from potential inundation during periods of high water flow.
Overall, Stiver North Dam serves as a vital infrastructure component in the water resource management system of the region. With its strategic location and design, the dam contributes to safeguarding communities and ecosystems along the TR-North Platte River, showcasing the collaborative efforts between private ownership, government agencies, and engineering expertise in mitigating flood risks and ensuring water security in Nebraska.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
432 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
TR-NORTH PLATTE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
0.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Drainage Area |
2.43 |
Nid Storage |
185.3 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
19 |
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Zeigler Park - Mitchell
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Riverside Park - Terrytown
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Robidoux RV Park
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Scenic Knolls City Golf Course and Campground
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