Buescher Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hubl Dam 3 Hubl Dam 1
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Buescher Dam, located in Deweese, Nebraska, stands as a vital water resource structure designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1963.
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Summary
This earth dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond, with a primary focus on providing water for various needs. The dam has a height of 14 feet, a hydraulic height of 12 feet, and a length of 380 feet, holding a storage capacity of 58 acre-feet.
Managed by a private owner, Buescher Dam is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. The dam's hazard potential is classified as low, with a satisfactory condition assessment as of May 2018. With a drainage area of 0.5 square miles and a maximum discharge of 104 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in water management for the surrounding area.
Situated on the TR-Dry Creek, Buescher Dam serves as a key component in the local water infrastructure, providing essential water resources for fire protection, livestock, and recreational purposes. With its strategic location and reliable design, the dam continues to fulfill its purpose effectively while contributing to the overall water resource management in Nuckolls County, Nebraska.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
380 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
0.5 |
Nid Storage |
58 |
Structural Height |
14 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
14 |
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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.
Buescher Dam