Brezina Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Brezina Dam, located in Butler County, Nebraska, is a vital water management structure designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1971.
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Summary
This Earth-type dam stands at a height of 20.7 feet, with a storage capacity of 160.6 acre-feet and a surface area of 7.5 acres. It serves multiple purposes including flood risk reduction and other water resource management functions along the TR-BONE CREEK. The dam is under the jurisdiction of the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources and is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and efficiency.
Despite its low hazard potential, Brezina Dam has been assessed to be in poor condition as of June 2017, prompting the need for potential maintenance and improvements. The dam has a regular inspection frequency of every 5 years to monitor its structural integrity and functionality. While the dam has not experienced any significant modifications or incidents, its emergency action plan and risk assessment measures may need to be updated to meet current guidelines and ensure proper management in case of emergencies. As a key infrastructure for water resource management in the region, the Brezina Dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding communities and ecosystems from potential water-related risks and impacts.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
440 |
Dam Height |
20.7 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BONE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
20.7 |
Drainage Area |
0.52 |
Nid Storage |
160.6 |
Structural Height |
20.7 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
21 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Platte River At North Bend
|
4920cfs |
Shell Creek Near Columbus
|
87cfs |
Clear Cr 1.75mi W Of Polk Co Line
|
15cfs |
Platte River Near Duncan
|
243cfs |
Wahoo Creek At Ithaca
|
53cfs |
Maple Creek Near Nickerson
|
37cfs |
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.
Brezina Dam