Ex-5-80 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 15, 2025

Located in Stanton, Nebraska, the Ex-5-80 Dam is a local government-owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS, with oversight from the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources.


°F

°F

mph

Wind

%

Humidity

Summary

Completed in 1981, this earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet and spans a length of 750 feet along the TR-Payne Creek. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment as of May 2018.

With a storage capacity of 178 acre-feet, the Ex-5-80 Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. The dam's hydraulic height matches its structural height of 30 feet, ensuring effective flood control measures. Even though it has a low hazard potential, the dam is subject to regular inspections every five years to maintain its satisfactory condition and readiness for any potential emergencies.

Owned and regulated by the local government and the Nebraska DNR, the Ex-5-80 Dam serves as a vital piece of infrastructure in safeguarding the surrounding community from flooding events. With its strategic location and design features, this dam is a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the area.

Year Completed

1981

Dam Length

750

Dam Height

26

River Or Stream

TR-PAYNE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1

Hydraulic Height

26

Drainage Area

1

Nid Storage

178

Structural Height

30

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

30
       
Seasonal Comparison

Weather Forecast

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. 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

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, 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.