Windmill Feedyards Lagoon Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Farwell 2-3 Farwell 2-1
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Windmill Feedyards Lagoon Dam, located in Elba, Nebraska, serves as a crucial water resource structure in Howard County.
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Summary
Completed in 2002, this earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a storage capacity of 72 acre-feet. The dam primarily functions for agricultural purposes and is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, ensuring its safety and compliance with state standards.
With a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, Windmill Feedyards Lagoon Dam poses minimal risk to surrounding areas. The dam spans 320 feet in length and covers a surface area of 6 acres, with a drainage area of 0.1 square miles. Despite its low hazard level, the dam is inspected every five years to maintain its structural integrity and safety measures, with the last assessment conducted in March 2018.
This essential water structure on Tr-Auger Creek is a testament to responsible water resource management in Nebraska. Owned privately, Windmill Feedyards Lagoon Dam plays a crucial role in irrigation and water storage for agricultural activities in the region, showcasing the importance of sustainable water infrastructure in mitigating the impacts of climate change on water resources.
Year Completed |
2002 |
Dam Length |
320 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-AUGER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
72 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
North Loup River Nr St Paul Nebr
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2580cfs |
Middle Loup R. At St. Paul
|
1310cfs |
South Loup R At St. Michael
|
200cfs |
Warm Slough Nr Central City
|
0cfs |
Platte River Near Grand Island
|
1450cfs |
Loup River Power Canal Near Genoa
|
2080cfs |
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.
Windmill Feedyards Lagoon Dam