Snyder Group Dam, located in Niobrara, Nebraska, is a privately owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1975.
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This dam serves multiple purposes, including flood risk reduction and other water resource management functions. With a height of 25 feet and a hydraulic height of 23 feet, Snyder Group Dam has a structural height of 30 feet and a length of 531 feet, providing a storage capacity of 157 acre-feet.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Snyder Group Dam has a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of the last inspection in March 2018. The dam's drainage area is 2.7 square miles, with a normal storage capacity of 35 acre-feet. In the event of an emergency, the dam's Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status and risk assessment measures are currently not specified, but the dam meets regulatory guidelines for inspection and enforcement.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts would find Snyder Group Dam to be a fascinating structure in the water management landscape of Nebraska. With its modest size and low hazard potential, this dam plays a crucial role in flood risk reduction and water storage for the surrounding area. Its design by the USDA NRCS and oversight by the Nebraska DNR demonstrate a commitment to sustainable water resource management in the region.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
531 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SAND DRAW |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
2.7 |
Nid Storage |
157 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
Long Pine Creek Near Riverview
|
175cfs |
Niobrara River Near Sparks
|
1160cfs |
Keya Paha R At Wewela Sd
|
54cfs |
Niobrara River At Mariaville
|
1530cfs |
Keya Paha R Near Keyapaha Sd
|
33cfs |
North Loup R At Brewster
|
495cfs |