Brown Dam 2007 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Brown Dam 2007, located in Bushnell, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure designed by USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.
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Summary
Built in 1963, this earth dam stands at a height of 15.5 feet and has a storage capacity of 52.2 acre-feet. It spans 250 feet in length and covers a surface area of 6.52 acres, serving the Lodgepole Creek watershed in Kimball County.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Brown Dam 2007 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and functionality. With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of November 2017, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and agricultural activities in the region. While it lacks certain features like a spillway or outlet gates, its importance for fire protection and livestock needs cannot be understated in the semi-arid climate of Nebraska.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Brown Dam 2007 serves as a vital infrastructure for local water storage and management, contributing to the resilience of the Lodgepole Creek watershed. Its design, construction, and maintenance reflect a commitment to sustainable practices and regulatory compliance, ensuring the safety of downstream communities and ecosystems. As climate change continues to impact water availability in the region, dams like Brown Dam 2007 play a crucial role in securing water resources for various purposes while mitigating potential risks associated with floods and droughts.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
250 |
Dam Height |
15.5 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LODGEPOLE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.52 |
Hydraulic Height |
15.5 |
Drainage Area |
7.31 |
Nid Storage |
52.2 |
Structural Height |
15.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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.
Brown Dam 2007