South Fork 2-10 Reservoir Report
Nearby: South Fork 2-6 South Fork 2-5
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
South Fork 2-10 is a vital structure located in Pawnee, Nebraska, managed by the local government and designed by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
This earth dam, completed in 1978, serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-LORES BR S FK BIG NEMAHA R River. With a height of 32 feet and a length of 802 feet, it provides storage capacity of 123 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 9 acres, benefiting a drainage area of 0.4 square miles.
Maintained by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, South Fork 2-10 has a low hazard potential and is in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in June 2016. It stands as a key component in the local water resource management system, ensuring the safety and well-being of the surrounding community. Despite being a relatively small structure, its significance lies in its role in mitigating flood risks and safeguarding the local area from potential water-related disasters.
This dam, with its stone core and soil foundation, showcases the collaborative efforts between local and federal agencies in safeguarding water resources in the region. With state regulatory agencies overseeing its operation and enforcement, South Fork 2-10 stands as a testament to effective water resource management practices. As climate change continues to impact water resources, structures like South Fork 2-10 play a crucial role in adapting to and mitigating the effects of a changing climate on water availability and quality in the area.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
802 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LORES BR S FK BIG NEMAHA R |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Drainage Area |
0.4 |
Nid Storage |
123 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
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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.
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South Fork 2-10