Hubbard Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 16, 2025

Hubbard Dam, located in Hubbard, Nebraska, is a crucial piece of infrastructure built in 2004 by Olsson Associates to serve its primary purpose of flood risk reduction.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 26 feet with a hydraulic height of 26 feet and a structural height of 34 feet, the earth dam spans 780 feet and has a storage capacity of 86 acre-feet. The dam, constructed on TR-PIGEON CREEK, protects the surrounding area from potential flooding events and has a hazard potential rating of high, though its condition assessment as of May 2020 was deemed satisfactory.

Managed by the local government, Hubbard Dam is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources. The dam's inspection frequency is once per year, with the last inspection conducted in May 2020. The emergency action plan (EAP) for the dam was last revised in February 2021, ensuring that necessary measures are in place for potential emergencies. With a normal storage capacity of 24 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.23 square miles, Hubbard Dam plays a vital role in safeguarding the community and its surroundings from the impacts of extreme weather events, showcasing the importance of water resource management and climate adaptation in the region.

Year Completed

2004

Dam Length

780

Dam Height

26

River Or Stream

TR-PIGEON CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Hydraulic Height

26

Drainage Area

0.23

Nid Storage

86

Structural Height

34

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

34
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.