Hawkins Dam 3 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Kugler Dam 7349 Hawkins Dam 2
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Hawkins Dam 3, located in Inavale, Nebraska, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for irrigation purposes on Rock Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1965, this dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a length of 191 feet, providing a storage capacity of 103 acre-feet. The dam has a low hazard potential but is assessed to be in poor condition as of April 2020.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Hawkins Dam 3 undergoes regular inspections and is subject to state regulations and enforcement. Despite its poor condition assessment, the dam continues to serve its purpose of irrigation effectively, with a maximum discharge capacity of 1300 cubic feet per second. The surrounding area covers 7 acres, with a drainage area of 4.7 square miles, making it an essential water resource for the region.
While Hawkins Dam 3 may be in need of maintenance and improvements to address its poor condition, its role in providing irrigation water for the surrounding agricultural land cannot be understated. As climate change continues to impact water resources, it is crucial to ensure the safety and functionality of dams like Hawkins Dam 3 to support sustainable water management practices in the region.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
191 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
ROCK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Drainage Area |
4.7 |
Nid Storage |
103 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Hawkins Dam 3