Meisinger Dam 2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Middle Big Nemaha 3 Meisinger Dam 1
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Meisinger Dam 2, located in Tecumseh, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 2001, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 28 feet with a hydraulic height of 26 feet and a structural height of 31 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 8 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 61 acre-feet, this dam serves the vital function of water resource management in the area.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Meisinger Dam 2 has a low hazard potential and is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as per the last inspection in April 2018. With a drainage area of 0.3 square miles and a surface area of 2 acres, this dam plays a crucial role in regulating the flow of the TR-N FK BIG NEMAHA RIVER. Additionally, it has a maximum discharge capacity of 60 cubic feet per second, ensuring effective water control and mitigation of potential flooding risks in the region.
As a significant component of the local water infrastructure, Meisinger Dam 2 not only provides essential services for fire protection and livestock management but also contributes to environmental conservation efforts. With its efficient design and operation, this dam exemplifies the importance of sustainable water resource management practices in mitigating climate change impacts and ensuring the resilience of communities dependent on water for various purposes.
Year Completed |
2001 |
Dam Length |
465 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-N FK BIG NEMAHA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
0.3 |
Nid Storage |
61 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
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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.
Meisinger Dam 2