Stiver South Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Stiver North Dam Fanning Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Stiver South Dam, located in Scotts Bluff, Nebraska, is a private earth dam designed by USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the TR-North Platte River.
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Summary
Completed in 1958, this dam stands at a towering height of 53 feet and spans 362 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 171.5 acre-feet. Despite its critical role in mitigating flood risks, the dam is currently assessed to be in poor condition, posing a significant hazard to the surrounding area.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Stiver South Dam is subject to regular state inspections and enforcement measures to ensure its structural integrity. The dam's location in a high-risk area underscores the importance of proper maintenance and risk management measures. With a drainage area of 1.15 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 1074 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in protecting the community from potential flooding events.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to monitor the condition of Stiver South Dam closely and advocate for necessary repairs and maintenance to safeguard the local ecosystem and residents. The dam's significance in flood risk reduction highlights the need for proactive measures to address its poor condition and ensure its long-term resilience in the face of changing climate patterns. By supporting efforts to improve the dam's structural integrity, we can help protect the surrounding environment and communities from the impacts of potential flooding events.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
362 |
Dam Height |
53 |
River Or Stream |
TR-NORTH PLATTE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
53 |
Drainage Area |
1.15 |
Nid Storage |
171.5 |
Structural Height |
53 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
53 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
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Stiver South Dam