Hudkins Road Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Oak-Middle 79-A Oak-Middle 58-B
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Hudkins Road Dam, located in Farmstead, Nebraska, is a local government-owned structure that plays a crucial role in flood risk reduction along TR-Middle Oak Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1994, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 38 feet and has a hydraulic height of 37 feet, with a structural height of 42 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 25 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 395 cubic feet per second, this dam serves as a key infrastructure for managing water resources in the area.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources (NE DNR), Hudkins Road Dam is state-regulated and subject to regular inspections and enforcement measures to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. The dam has been assessed as having a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition, with the last inspection conducted in April 2018. Despite its relatively modest size and capacity, this dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from flooding events and contributes to overall water resource management efforts in Seward County, Nebraska.
With its primary purpose being flood risk reduction, Hudkins Road Dam serves as a vital component of the local water infrastructure, providing crucial protection to the community against potential disasters. As part of the broader water resource and climate management strategies in the region, this dam highlights the importance of proactive measures in safeguarding against the impacts of extreme weather events and ensuring sustainable water management practices for the future.
Year Completed |
1994 |
Dam Length |
483 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MIDDLE OAK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
37 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
55 |
Structural Height |
42 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
42 |
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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.
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