Bulgrin York County Dam dam
Bulgrin York County Dam
Bulgrin York County Dam, located in Beaver Crossing, Nebraska, was completed in 1979 with the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Beaver Creek. This earth dam stands at a height of 32 feet, with a hydraulic height of 31 feet and a structural height of 36 feet, stretching 504 feet in length. With a normal storage capacity of 22 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 86 acre-feet, this low hazard potential dam covers a surface area of 4 acres and serves a drainage area of 0.3 square miles.
Managed by the local government, the dam is regulated and inspected by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources. The condition assessment in April 2018 deemed it satisfactory, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years. The dam's hazard potential is low, and it is designed to handle a maximum discharge of 420 cubic feet per second. Despite its relatively modest size, Bulgrin York County Dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events, highlighting its importance in the region's water resource management.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the strategic placement and design of Bulgrin York County Dam, which not only serves as a flood risk reduction measure but also contributes to the overall water management in York County, Nebraska. With its earth construction and stone core, the dam stands as a reliable infrastructure asset that ensures the safety and security of the local community. As climate change brings about more unpredictable weather patterns, the significance of such structures in safeguarding against flooding becomes increasingly vital, making Bulgrin York County Dam a noteworthy feature in the region's water resource landscape.
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 Bulgrin York County Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| West Fork Big Blue River Nr Dorchester | 177 cfs | → |
| Big Blue River Near Crete | 254 cfs | → |
| Haines Branch At Sw 56th St. At Lincoln | 10 cfs | → |
| Middle Creek At Sw 40th St. At Lincoln | 2 cfs | → |
| Oak Creek At Air Park Rd At Lincoln | 34 cfs | → |
| Silver Cr | 10 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Bulgrin York County Dam.
Track Bulgrin York County Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Bulgrin York County Dam
Where does the data for Bulgrin York County Dam 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 Bulgrin York County Dam.