Hamling Dam dam
Hamling Dam
Hamling Dam, located in Boyd, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure primarily used for irrigation purposes. Completed in 1968, this earth dam stands at a height of 33 feet and has a storage capacity of 57 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment was reported as poor during its last inspection in May 2017, highlighting the need for maintenance and improvement.
Situated on TR-DRY CREEK, Hamling Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management within the region. With a drainage area of 0.1 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 130 cubic feet per second, this dam serves as a vital infrastructure for supporting agricultural activities in the area. Although it is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections, its poor condition raises concerns about its long-term sustainability and effectiveness in water management.
As a key component of the irrigation system in the area, Hamling Dam's structural integrity and maintenance are essential for ensuring water security and climate resilience in Boyd, Nebraska. With its close proximity to Redbird City and the St. Paul District, the dam's significance extends beyond local agricultural operations to broader environmental and community considerations. Efforts to address its poor condition and enhance its performance will be critical for safeguarding water resources and adapting to changing climate conditions in the region.
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 Hamling Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Niobrara River At Mariaville | 1,240 cfs | → |
| Platte Creek Near Platte | 0 cfs | → |
| Keya Paha R At Wewela Sd | 52 cfs | → |
| Long Pine Creek Near Riverview | 181 cfs | → |
| Niobrara River Nr. Verdel | 2,360 cfs | → |
| Ponca Creek At Verdel | 8 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Hamling Dam.
Boat launches
- Hull Lake Wma
- Gregory County
- North Wheeler Road Charles Mix County
- 293rd Street Charles Mix County
- 376th Avenue Charles Mix County
Track Hamling Dam 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 Hamling Dam
Where does the data for Hamling 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 Hamling Dam.