Maurice Kremer Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Maurice Kremer Dam, located in Hamilton County, Nebraska, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for irrigation purposes.


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Summary

Built in 1985 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 13 feet and has a structural height of 16 feet, with a length of 450 feet. It has a storage capacity of 78 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 27 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 8 acres.

The dam is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections every five years. However, the dam's condition assessment in 2016 revealed a poor rating, indicating the need for maintenance and repairs. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition raises concerns about its long-term stability and effectiveness in managing water resources in the area.

With a drainage area of 0.9 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 789 cubic feet per second, Maurice Kremer Dam plays a crucial role in water management along TR-Beaver Creek. As climate change continues to impact water resources, ensuring the safety and functionality of dams like Maurice Kremer Dam is essential for sustainable water management in Nebraska.

Year Completed

1985

Dam Length

450

Dam Height

13

River Or Stream

TR-BEAVER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8

Hydraulic Height

13

Drainage Area

0.9

Nid Storage

78

Structural Height

16

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

16
       
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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.