Northwest Platte County Lagoon Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
The Northwest Platte County Lagoon Dam in Platte, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure that serves multiple purposes, including water resource management.
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Summary
Completed in 2002, this earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet and has a storage capacity of 96 acre-feet. Situated on TR-Elm Creek, this dam plays a crucial role in regulating water flow and storing water for various uses in the region.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, the Northwest Platte County Lagoon Dam is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," this dam is considered to be in satisfactory condition. Located in a congressional district represented by Jeff Fortenberry, this dam contributes to the overall water management efforts in the area.
Although the dam has not been modified in recent years and lacks certain features like spillways and outlet gates, its importance in water management cannot be understated. With its strategic location on TR-Elm Creek and its capacity to store water, the Northwest Platte County Lagoon Dam plays a vital role in supporting the water needs of the surrounding community and contributing to the overall resilience of the water resource system in Platte County.
Year Completed |
2002 |
Dam Length |
750 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ELM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Nid Storage |
96 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Shell Creek Near Columbus
|
87cfs |
Beaver Creek At Genoa
|
114cfs |
Loup River Near Genoa
|
2750cfs |
Platte River Near Duncan
|
243cfs |
Loup River Power Canal Near Genoa
|
115cfs |
Clear Cr 1.75mi W Of Polk Co Line
|
15cfs |
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.
Northwest Platte County Lagoon Dam