Highland Pork Nest 3 Lagoon Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Thompson Dam 3519 Thompson Dam 3520
Last Updated: December 11, 2025
Highland Pork Nest 3 Lagoon Dam, located in Stamford, Nebraska, is a privately owned Earth dam with a primary purpose of "Other".
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Summary
Completed in 1999, this dam stands at a height of 33 feet and has a storage capacity of 35 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR-SHEEP CREEK, within the jurisdiction of the NE DNR, and is regulated and inspected by the state of Nebraska.
With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of September 2019, the Highland Pork Nest 3 Lagoon Dam serves as a crucial water resource infrastructure in Furnas County. Despite its small surface area of 2 acres and drainage area of 0 acres, the dam plays a significant role in managing water flow and storage in the region. The dam's spillway type, width, and outlet gates are not specified in the data, but its design and construction with stone core types and soil foundations reflect its durability and reliability.
Managed by a private entity, this dam is a key component of the local water management system and contributes to flood control and water supply reliability in the area. As climate change impacts continue to affect water resources, the Highland Pork Nest 3 Lagoon Dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable infrastructure for mitigating the risks associated with extreme weather events and ensuring the resilience of communities in the face of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1999 |
Dam Length |
1100 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SHEEP CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Nid Storage |
35 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
33 |
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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.
Highland Pork Nest 3 Lagoon Dam