Eilers Multi-Purpose Dam dam
Eilers Multi-Purpose Dam
Eilers Multi-Purpose Dam in Boyd, Nebraska, stands as a testament to the collaborative effort between private owners and the USDA NRCS in harnessing the power of water resources for irrigation. Completed in 1989, this earth dam boasts a height of 25.5 feet and a storage capacity of 56.5 acre-feet, serving as a vital lifeline for the surrounding agricultural community. Situated along the TR-PONCA CREEK, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and ensuring a stable water supply for irrigation purposes.
Despite its significant contributions to the local ecosystem, the Eilers Multi-Purpose Dam faces challenges in terms of its structural condition, with a poor assessment reported in 2017. However, its low hazard potential and regular inspection schedule provide assurance of its continued functionality and safety. With a drainage area of 0.95 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 280 cubic feet per second, this dam remains a key player in water resource management in the region.
As climate change continues to impact water availability and distribution, the importance of multi-purpose dams like Eilers in ensuring sustainable water use cannot be overstated. With its strategic location and storage capacity, this dam serves as a vital resource for irrigation and supports the agricultural activities that form the backbone of the local economy. As water enthusiasts and climate advocates, it is crucial to recognize and support the maintenance and upkeep of such critical infrastructure to safeguard our water resources for future generations.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Eilers Multi-Purpose Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Niobrara River Nr. Verdel | 2,530 cfs | → |
| Ponca Creek At Verdel | 13 cfs | → |
| Platte Creek Near Platte | 0 cfs | → |
| Niobrara River At Mariaville | 1,700 cfs | → |
| Verdigre C Nr Verdigre | 206 cfs | → |
| Bazile Creek Near Niobrara | 67 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Eilers Multi-Purpose Dam.
Boat launches
- Hull Lake Wma
- Gregory County
- 376th Avenue Charles Mix County
- Charles Mix County
- Spillway Drive Pickstown
Track Eilers Multi-Purpose Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Eilers Multi-Purpose Dam
Where does the data for Eilers Multi-Purpose Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Eilers Multi-Purpose Dam.