Beattie Diversion Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Newquist Dam Winter Dam
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Located in Dawson County, Nebraska, the Beattie Diversion Dam stands as a crucial infrastructure built in 2007 by USDA NRCS to manage the flow of the TR-Wood River.
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Summary
The dam, primarily serving flood risk reduction purposes, is classified as an earth dam with a height of 12 feet and a length of 400 feet. With a storage capacity of 58 acre-feet, the Beattie Diversion Dam plays a vital role in regulating water levels and protecting the surrounding areas from potential flooding.
Managed by private entities and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, the Beattie Diversion Dam has been deemed to pose a low hazard potential, with a satisfactory condition assessment as of the last inspection in April 2020. Despite its modest surface area of 3 acres and drainage area of 0.3 square miles, the dam efficiently controls water flow with a maximum discharge of 2 cubic feet per second. The dam's location within the NES11T11R20W coordinates ensures effective water resource management in the region, contributing to the overall climate resilience and water sustainability efforts in Nebraska.
As a significant component of the Kansas City District's water infrastructure, the Beattie Diversion Dam remains a testament to the collaborative efforts between private and regulatory agencies in ensuring the safety and efficiency of water resource management. With its strategic design and operational capabilities, the dam continues to play a vital role in mitigating flood risks and maintaining water security for the communities along the TR-Wood River. This structure stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of climate change challenges.
Year Completed |
2007 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WOOD RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Drainage Area |
0.3 |
Nid Storage |
58 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Buffalo Creek Nr Overton Nebr
|
3cfs |
Spring Creek Nr Overton
|
3cfs |
Elm Creek Nr Elm Creek
|
0cfs |
Platte River Near Overton
|
1390cfs |
Platte R Mid Ch
|
1500cfs |
Platte River Near Kearney
|
589cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Beattie Diversion Dam