Dawson County Road Dam 8 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Dawson County Road Dam 8, located in Nebraska, stands as a crucial structure in flood risk reduction along Plum Creek.
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Summary
Constructed in 1962 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam has a height of 12.2 feet and a length of 574 feet, providing a storage capacity of 58 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and not yet rated for condition assessment, this dam plays a vital role in managing water resources in the area.
Owned by the local government and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Dawson County Road Dam 8 is designed to withstand the hydraulic challenges presented by its location. Despite its current condition assessment status, the dam continues to serve its primary purpose effectively. As climate change impacts water resources, structures like Dawson County Road Dam 8 become even more critical for flood risk management and water storage.
With its history of serving the community for nearly six decades, Dawson County Road Dam 8 remains a key component in the local water resource infrastructure. As efforts to address climate change intensify, the importance of maintaining and assessing the condition of such structures becomes increasingly crucial. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to monitor and support the ongoing maintenance and regulatory efforts surrounding dams like Dawson County Road Dam 8 to ensure their continued effectiveness in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the region.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
574 |
Dam Height |
12.2 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PLUM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.23 |
Hydraulic Height |
12.2 |
Drainage Area |
0.84 |
Nid Storage |
58 |
Structural Height |
12.2 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Spring Creek Nr Overton
|
7cfs |
Platte River Near Overton
|
1040cfs |
Republican River At Cambridge
|
60cfs |
Buffalo Creek Nr Overton Nebr
|
4cfs |
Platte R Mid Ch
|
1190cfs |
Elm Creek Nr Elm Creek
|
0cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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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