Statz Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Jones Dam 1620 Highway 4 Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Statz Dam, located in Nuckolls County, Nebraska, is a private earth dam built in 1967 by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
With a height of 18 feet and a storage capacity of 56 acre-feet, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond management. The dam is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
Situated on TR-Little Blue River, Statz Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area, with a drainage area of 0.4 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 259 cubic feet per second. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is deemed to be in fair condition as of the last inspection in May 2018. With its strategic location and functional design, Statz Dam continues to be an essential asset for water conservation and management in the region, providing valuable benefits for both the local community and the environment.
As an integral part of the local water infrastructure, Statz Dam contributes to the sustainable utilization of water resources for agriculture, wildlife, and fire protection purposes. With its efficient design and regulatory oversight by the Nebraska DNR, the dam ensures safe and reliable water storage and management. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Statz Dam stands as a testament to the importance of responsible water stewardship and the vital role that dams play in maintaining the ecological balance and supporting various water-dependent activities in the region.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
330 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE BLUE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Drainage Area |
0.4 |
Nid Storage |
56 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Statz Dam