Schleufer Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Frahm Dam 1654 Corman Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Schleufer Dam, located in Nuckolls, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.
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Summary
Completed in 1950, this earth dam stands at a height of 12 feet with a length of 282 feet. It has a maximum storage capacity of 57 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 17 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 7 acres and serving a drainage area of 0.39 square miles.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Schleufer Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as not assessed for its condition. The dam has a history of periodic inspections, with the last one conducted in April 2018. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, it is equipped to handle a maximum discharge of 422 cubic feet per second. With its strategic location on TR-SPRING CREEK and its essential role in water resource management in the region, Schleufer Dam remains a crucial asset for both irrigation and environmental conservation efforts.
As a key component of the water infrastructure in Nebraska's Deshler region, Schleufer Dam plays a vital role in ensuring water availability for various purposes, including fire protection, livestock, and aquatic life. With its regulated status and routine inspections, the dam exemplifies responsible water resource management in the state. Additionally, its low hazard potential and strategic location make it an essential asset for the community's water security and environmental sustainability initiatives.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
282 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SPRING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
0.39 |
Nid Storage |
57 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
Schleufer Dam