Cole Dam, located in Frontier, Nebraska, along the TR-Medicine Creek, was completed in 1970 with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction. The Earth dam, standing at a height of 26.3 feet, has a storage capacity of 178.2 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 16.9 acres. However, despite its significant hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is poor as of the last inspection in July 2019.

Owned and regulated by a private entity, Cole Dam falls under the jurisdiction of the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. With a drainage area of 1.23 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. Although lacking in certain aspects of safety and maintenance, Cole Dam remains a key infrastructure for flood control and water management in the area, serving as a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts.