Bear - Pierce - Cedar 7-G Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Bear - Pierce - Cedar 7-G is a local government-owned dam located in Gage, Nebraska, designed by USDA NRCS and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources.
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Summary
Completed in 1979, this earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet and serves primarily for flood risk reduction, with a storage capacity of 530 acre-feet and a normal storage of 52 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR-Bear Creek river and covers a surface area of 16 acres, with a drainage area of 1.4 square miles.
With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of June 2020, the Bear - Pierce - Cedar 7-G dam plays a crucial role in managing flood risks in the region. It has a hydraulic height of 23 feet and a structural height of 25 feet, with a maximum discharge capacity of 750 cubic feet per second. Despite its age, the dam is well-maintained and inspected every 5 years to ensure its continued effectiveness in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
As part of the flood risk reduction infrastructure in Nebraska, Bear - Pierce - Cedar 7-G serves as a vital resource in safeguarding the community against water-related disasters. Its strategic location and design by the USDA NRCS demonstrate a commitment to sustainable water resource management and climate resilience. With ongoing regulatory oversight from the Nebraska DNR and regular inspections, this dam remains a reliable asset in the state's efforts to mitigate the impacts of extreme weather events and protect local residents and infrastructure from potential flooding.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Length |
877 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
1.4 |
Nid Storage |
530 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Bear - Pierce - Cedar 7-G