Skinner Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Taylor Hovendick Dam Herman Dam
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Skinner Dam, located in Burt County, Nebraska, was completed in 1977 and serves primarily for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
Owned privately, the dam is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations. With a height of 33 feet and a length of 527 feet, Skinner Dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 53 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 5 acres.
Constructed by the USDA NRCS, Skinner Dam stands as an earth dam with a stone core foundation, designed to withstand a maximum discharge of 1204 cubic feet per second. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2018 revealed poor structural integrity. This assessment has sparked concerns among water resource and climate enthusiasts, prompting the need for further risk management measures to ensure the dam's safety and functionality for both irrigation and flood control purposes in the future.
As one of the key structures along TR-DAVIS CREEK in Nebraska, Skinner Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area. With its proximity to the Omaha District, the dam is overseen by the Natural Resources Conservation Service to ensure its proper operation and maintenance. As efforts continue to address the dam's deteriorating condition, stakeholders are urged to stay updated on its risk assessment and management measures to safeguard the surrounding community and ecosystems from potential water-related hazards.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
527 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DAVIS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
53 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Logan Creek Near Uehling
|
415cfs |
Maple Creek Near Nickerson
|
51cfs |
Soldier River At Pisgah
|
112cfs |
Missouri River At Decatur
|
15500cfs |
Monona-Harrison Ditch Near Turin
|
158cfs |
Little Sioux River Near Turin
|
1040cfs |
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.
Skinner Dam