Lawver Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Turkey Creek 2-A Turkey Creek 4
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Lawver Dam, located in Saline, Nebraska, along Turkey Creek, is a privately owned structure designed by USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 2004, this earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 63 acre-feet. With a satisfactory condition assessment and low hazard potential, Lawver Dam is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality.
The primary purpose of Lawver Dam is flood risk reduction, although it serves other purposes as well. With a drainage area of 0.5 square miles and a surface area of 3 acres, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. The dam's location at SES34T8R1E and its proximity to the Omaha District highlight its importance in water resource management in the region.
Lawver Dam's design, construction, and operation adhere to state regulations, with the Nebraska DNR overseeing permitting, inspection, and enforcement activities. While the dam has not experienced significant modifications since its completion, it continues to provide valuable water management benefits to the community. As a vital piece of infrastructure in the area, Lawver Dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Nebraska.
Year Completed |
2004 |
Dam Length |
347 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TURKEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
0.5 |
Nid Storage |
63 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
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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.
Lawver Dam