Garey Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Garey Dam, located in Furnas County, Nebraska, is a vital water resource infrastructure designed by USDA NRCS for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1941, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and stretches to a length of 330 feet, with a storage capacity of 58.5 acre-feet. Situated on TR-Beaver Creek, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources for agricultural activities in the region.
Despite its importance, Garey Dam is currently rated as having a poor condition assessment, with a low hazard potential. The dam is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure safety and compliance. The last inspection in October 2018 highlighted the need for maintenance and improvement to enhance the dam's structural integrity and overall performance.
With its historical significance and critical role in irrigation, Garey Dam serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges in maintaining and managing water resources amidst changing climate conditions. Efforts to address the dam's condition and enhance its resilience are essential to safeguarding the local community and agricultural activities that rely on its water storage capabilities.
Year Completed |
1941 |
Dam Length |
330 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BEAVER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Drainage Area |
0.91 |
Nid Storage |
58.5 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Garey Dam