Taylor Hovendick Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 14, 2025

Taylor Hovendick Dam, located in Blair, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources.


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Summary

Completed in 1981, this earth dam on Davis Creek stands at 33 feet high and spans 760 feet in length. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with a normal storage capacity of 49 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 134 acre-feet.

With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment as of May 2017, Taylor Hovendick Dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from flooding. Despite being privately owned, the dam is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement. Its location in Washington County, Nebraska, highlights its importance in managing water resources and mitigating climate-related risks in the region.

Supported by the Natural Resources Conservation Service and part of the Omaha District, Taylor Hovendick Dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water management in the area. Its design, construction, and ongoing maintenance demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding communities and ecosystems from the impacts of extreme weather events and changing climate patterns.

Year Completed

1981

Dam Length

760

Dam Height

33

River Or Stream

DAVIS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9

Hydraulic Height

32

Drainage Area

2.8

Nid Storage

134

Structural Height

38

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

38
       
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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.