West Twin Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
West Twin Lake Dam in Cherry, Nebraska, stands as a vital piece of infrastructure designed by the USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risks and provide essential water resource management in the region.
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Summary
Completed in 2003, this private-owned earth dam boasts a height of 7 feet and a length of 90 feet, offering a storage capacity of 429 acre-feet and serving a drainage area of 0.9 square miles. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is subject to regular inspections and enforcement by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources.
Situated on TR-MUD CREEK, West Twin Lake Dam plays a crucial role in regulating water flow and ensuring the safety of downstream communities. With a satisfactory condition assessment as of October 2020, the dam maintains a structural height of 12 feet and a hydraulic height of 6 feet, contributing to its resilience in managing surface water and maintaining normal storage levels of 228 acre-feet. This dam, primarily funded and regulated at the state level, exemplifies effective collaboration between local authorities and private owners in safeguarding water resources and enhancing climate resilience in the region.
As a key component of flood risk reduction efforts in Nebraska, West Twin Lake Dam underscores the importance of proactive dam management and adherence to state regulatory standards. With its strategic location and modest surface area of 113 acres, this earth dam serves as a testament to the vital role of infrastructure in promoting sustainable water resource practices and climate adaptation. Through regular inspections and compliance with state permitting requirements, West Twin Lake Dam continues to uphold its purpose of safeguarding communities and enhancing water security in the face of changing climatic conditions.
Year Completed |
2003 |
Dam Length |
90 |
Dam Height |
7 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MUD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
113 |
Hydraulic Height |
6 |
Drainage Area |
0.9 |
Nid Storage |
429 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
West Twin Lake Dam