Dixon County Feedyard Lagoon 4 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 15, 2025

Located in Dixon County, Nebraska, the Dixon County Feedyard Lagoon 4 Dam is a privately owned structure that serves a crucial purpose in managing water resources in the area.


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Summary

Built in 2006, this earth dam stands at a height of 21 feet with a structural height of 28 feet, providing a storage capacity of 121 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-South Creek and is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, ensuring proper maintenance and inspection to uphold safety standards.

With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of May 2017, the Dixon County Feedyard Lagoon 4 Dam plays a vital role in flood control and water storage in the region. The dam's primary purpose is categorized as 'Other', indicating its multi-functional role in water resource management. Despite having a small drainage area of 0 square miles, the dam has proven effective in its design and operation, meeting state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements.

Managed by private owners, the Dixon County Feedyard Lagoon 4 Dam stands as a testament to responsible water management practices in Nebraska. Its strategic location in Martinsburg contributes to the overall resilience of the area's water infrastructure, showcasing the importance of sustainable dam construction and maintenance for climate enthusiasts and water resource advocates alike.

Year Completed

2006

Dam Length

2154

Dam Height

21

River Or Stream

TR-SOUTH CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Hydraulic Height

21

Nid Storage

121

Structural Height

28

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

28
       
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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.