Felker Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Felker Dam, located in Culbertson, Nebraska, is a local government-owned structure that plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
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Summary
Completed in 1964, this Earth-type dam stands at 15 feet tall and spans 500 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 136 acre-feet. It primarily serves the purposes of flood risk reduction and other water management functions for the SKX Creek watershed.
Maintained and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Felker Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. While the dam has not undergone recent modifications, it undergoes regular inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. Despite its modest size and capacity, Felker Dam plays a critical role in safeguarding the local community from potential flooding events and contributes to the overall water management efforts in Hayes County, Nebraska.
Supported by the Omaha District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Felker Dam stands as a reliable asset in the region, providing essential water resource management services. With its strategic location and low hazard potential, this dam serves as a key component in the broader network of infrastructure dedicated to protecting the local environment and ensuring sustainable water use for both current and future generations.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
SKX CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
3.5 |
Nid Storage |
136 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Felker Dam