Dawson County Road Dam 9 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Dawson County Road Dam 9, located in Eustis, Nebraska, is a local government-owned structure designed by USDA NRCS to regulate water flow along TR-PLUM CREEK.


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Summary

Completed in 1962, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 9 feet, with a length of 355 feet and a storage capacity of 63 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this dam is flood risk reduction, serving as a vital infrastructure for ensuring water resource management in the area.

Managed by the NE DNR, Dawson County Road Dam 9 has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. The dam has undergone inspections with a frequency of 5 years, with the last assessment conducted in October 2017. While the dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment details are not readily available, its role in water regulation and flood control in Frontier County, Nebraska, highlights its significance in climate resilience and water resource management efforts in the region.

With a strategic location and a history of successful operation, Dawson County Road Dam 9 stands as a crucial piece of infrastructure in the Kansas City District's water management system. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the proper maintenance and regulation of such dams play a vital role in ensuring the safety and sustainability of communities in the face of evolving climate challenges.

Year Completed

1962

Dam Length

355

Dam Height

9

River Or Stream

TR-PLUM CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Hydraulic Height

9

Drainage Area

1

Nid Storage

63

Structural Height

9

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

9
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.