Ravens Nest East Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 10, 2025

Ravens Nest East Dam, located in Cass County, Nebraska, is a private earth dam that serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Platte River.


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Summary

Completed in 2006, this dam stands 44 feet tall with a hydraulic height and structural height of 53 feet. Its length spans 280 feet, providing a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet for normal storage, with a maximum discharge capacity of 278 cubic feet per second.

Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Ravens Nest East Dam has a low hazard potential and is in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in May 2017. The dam's construction and maintenance are overseen by state regulators, with regular inspections and enforcement measures in place to ensure its continued safety and functionality. While the dam does not have a designated spillway or outlet gates, it is equipped to handle potential flood events and protect the surrounding area from inundation.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Ravens Nest East Dam presents a fascinating example of infrastructure designed to mitigate flood risks and protect communities along the Platte River. Its strategic location and efficient design contribute to the overall water management system in the region, highlighting the importance of proactive measures in safeguarding against natural disasters and ensuring the sustainable use of water resources in Nebraska.

Year Completed

2006

Dam Length

280

Dam Height

44

River Or Stream

TR-PLATTE RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2

Hydraulic Height

44

Drainage Area

0.2

Nid Storage

54

Structural Height

53

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

53
       
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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.