Young Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Young Dam, located in Eustis, Nebraska, was completed in 1960 and serves multiple purposes, including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond creation.


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Summary

This private earth dam stands at a height of 14.7 feet and has a storage capacity of 76.9 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 61.2 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2017 was rated as poor, highlighting the need for potential maintenance and improvement efforts.

Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Young Dam is regulated and inspected by state authorities to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. The dam spans 370 feet in length and sits on a foundation of soil, with a core made of stone. The structure overlooks the TR-North Plum Creek, providing essential water resources for the surrounding area. Although no spillway information is available, the dam's location in Dawson County, Nebraska highlights its importance in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.

As a key water management infrastructure in Nebraska, Young Dam plays a crucial role in supporting the local ecosystem and providing essential water resources for various purposes. With ongoing inspections and potential maintenance needs, ensuring the dam's safety and functionality is vital for the surrounding community. Climate enthusiasts and water resource experts alike can appreciate the significance of Young Dam in sustaining the area's water supply and ecosystem health.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

370

Dam Height

14.7

River Or Stream

TR-NORTH PLUM CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12.4

Hydraulic Height

14.7

Drainage Area

0.64

Nid Storage

76.9

Structural Height

14.7

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

15
       
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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.