Coover Dam 1604 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Erickson Swedenburg Dam Dittmer Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Coover Dam 1604, located in North Bend, Nebraska, stands as a testament to effective flood risk reduction strategies.
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Summary
Constructed in 1976 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam is designed to protect the surrounding area from potential flooding along the TR-Platte River. With a height of 33 feet and a length of 805 feet, the dam provides a critical storage capacity of 186 acre-feet, crucial for managing water levels during peak flow events.
Managed by private owners and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Coover Dam 1604 has a low hazard potential and is currently in satisfactory condition as of its last assessment in 2017. With a drainage area of 1.1 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 130 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a vital role in safeguarding the community and environment from the impacts of extreme weather events. As climate change continues to influence precipitation patterns and water availability, the importance of resilient infrastructure like Coover Dam 1604 becomes increasingly evident for water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.
As part of a comprehensive flood risk reduction strategy, Coover Dam 1604 serves as a model for sustainable water management practices in the face of a changing climate. With its primary purpose focused on flood risk reduction, the dam not only provides critical protection for the local area but also contributes to the overall resilience of the region. By incorporating state-of-the-art design and construction techniques, Coover Dam 1604 exemplifies the collaborative efforts between federal agencies, private owners, and state regulators to address the challenges posed by water resource management in a rapidly evolving climate landscape.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
805 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PLATTE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
1.1 |
Nid Storage |
186 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Silver Cr
|
6cfs |
Prairie Creek Nr Silver Creek Nebr
|
4cfs |
Warm Slough Nr Central City
|
0cfs |
Loup River Power Canal Near Genoa
|
17cfs |
Loup River Near Genoa
|
3030cfs |
Beaver Creek At Genoa
|
114cfs |
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.
Coover Dam 1604