Harms Clay County Road Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Harms Clay County Road Dam, located in Nebraska, was completed in 1968 and is owned by the local government.
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Summary
Designed by USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet with a hydraulic height of 21 feet and a structural height of 28 feet. Its primary purpose is for irrigation, with a normal storage capacity of 47 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 185 acre-feet. The dam spans 735 feet in length and is constructed with a stone core and soil foundation.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, the Harms Clay County Road Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state agencies. With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of June 2016, the dam has an inspection frequency of 5 years. The dam has not been modified since its completion and does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) prepared. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam plays a crucial role in providing irrigation water to the surrounding area, showcasing the importance of proper maintenance and regulation of water infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
735 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BUFFALO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
2.97 |
Nid Storage |
185 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
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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.
Harms Clay County Road Dam