Davenport Road Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Larsen Schwartzlander Dam Rejda Dam
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
The Davenport Road Dam, located in Valley, Nebraska, along the TR-North Loup River, serves as a crucial infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the area.
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Summary
Built in 1999 by the local government, this earth dam stands at 28 feet tall and stretches 560 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 215 acre-feet and a drainage area of 1.1 square miles, the dam plays a vital role in managing water resources in the region.
Despite its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, the Davenport Road Dam is regulated and inspected by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources to ensure its safety and functionality. With a maximum discharge of 17 cubic feet per second, this dam is equipped to handle potential flood events and protect the surrounding community. The last inspection in June 2017 confirmed the dam's compliance with regulatory standards, highlighting its importance in mitigating flood risks in the area.
As a part of the flood risk reduction system along the TR-North Loup River, the Davenport Road Dam showcases the collaborative efforts between local government and state agencies in safeguarding water resources and enhancing climate resilience. With a focus on maintaining safety and functionality, this dam serves as a critical infrastructure for water management in Valley, Nebraska, demonstrating the importance of strategic planning and regulatory oversight in ensuring the sustainability of water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1999 |
Dam Length |
560 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TR-NORTH LOUP RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
1.1 |
Nid Storage |
215 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
North Loup River At Taylor
|
464cfs |
North Loup R At Brewster
|
495cfs |
North Loup River Nr St Paul Nebr
|
2580cfs |
Middle Loup R. At St. Paul
|
1520cfs |
Middle Loup River At Dunning
|
581cfs |
South Loup R At St. Michael
|
178cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Davenport Road Dam