Friesen Dam 1673 dam
Friesen Dam 1673
Friesen Dam 1673, located in Hamilton County, Nebraska, is a local government-owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS to serve as a vital component in flood risk reduction along the TR-W FK Big Blue River. Completed in 1979, this earth dam stands at a height of 32 feet with a hydraulic height of 30 feet and a structural height of 40 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1170 acre-feet to mitigate potential flooding in the area. With a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment as of June 2017, Friesen Dam 1673 plays a crucial role in safeguarding the surrounding communities from the impacts of extreme weather events.
The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, aligning with its primary dam type of earth construction with a stone core and soil foundation. With a normal storage capacity of 80 acre-feet and a drainage area of 3.6 square miles, Friesen Dam 1673 has a maximum discharge capability of 1583 cubic feet per second, ensuring efficient water management during peak flow periods. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam undergoes regular inspections every five years and is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources to maintain its operational effectiveness and structural integrity.
Friesen Dam 1673's strategic location and design make it a critical infrastructure for water resource and climate enthusiasts, showcasing the intersection of engineering innovation and environmental stewardship in managing water resources. As part of the broader flood risk reduction strategy in Nebraska, this dam serves as a testament to collaborative efforts between local government agencies and the USDA NRCS to enhance the resilience of communities against the increasing threats of climate change and extreme weather events.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Friesen Dam 1673 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Platte River Near Grand Island | 1,880 cfs | → |
| Warm Slough Nr Central City | · | → |
| Little Blue River Near Deweese | 54 cfs | → |
| West Fork Big Blue River Nr Dorchester | 177 cfs | → |
| Silver Cr | 10 cfs | → |
| Prairie Creek Nr Silver Creek Nebr | 9 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Friesen Dam 1673.
Boat launches
- Pioneer Trails
- Bruce L. Anderson Recreation Area
- Smith Creek Recreation Area
- Mormon Island West Sra
- Le Ray Lake
- Eagle Scout
Track Friesen Dam 1673 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Friesen Dam 1673
Where does the data for Friesen Dam 1673 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Friesen Dam 1673.