Beck Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Peterson Dam 1 Peterson Dam
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Beck Dam, located in Keya Paha, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure primarily used for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
This earth dam, completed in 1980, stands at a height of 18 feet and has a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, Beck Dam is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Situated on TR-Coon Creek, Beck Dam plays a crucial role in the local water resource management, providing irrigation water for agricultural lands in the area. The dam's design, with a stone core and soil foundation, is built to withstand hydraulic pressures and maintain structural integrity. With a drainage area of 0.3 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 480 cubic feet per second, Beck Dam plays a vital role in controlling and distributing water flow in the region.
Managed and inspected regularly, Beck Dam is equipped with state-permitted and state-regulated features to ensure its proper maintenance and operation. With a focus on water conservation and sustainable agricultural practices, Beck Dam serves as a key infrastructure for the local community, highlighting the importance of efficient water resource management in the face of changing climatic conditions.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
775 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TR-COON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Drainage Area |
0.3 |
Nid Storage |
64 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Niobrara River At Mariaville
|
1530cfs |
Long Pine Creek Near Riverview
|
175cfs |
Keya Paha R At Wewela Sd
|
54cfs |
Platte Creek Near Platte
|
3cfs |
Keya Paha R Near Keyapaha Sd
|
33cfs |
Niobrara River Near Sparks
|
1160cfs |
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.
Beck Dam