Parde Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Parde Dam, located in Beatrice, Nebraska, is a private-owned structure designed to serve as a Fish and Wildlife Pond along the TR-Big Blue River.


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Summary

Built in 1960, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 17.3 feet and has a storage capacity of 55.4 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 26.5 acre-feet across its 360 feet length. Despite its significant hazard potential, Parde Dam has been rated as being in poor condition as of the last inspection in October 2019.

Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Parde Dam plays a crucial role in maintaining the local ecosystem and supporting wildlife populations in the area. With a drainage area of 0.39 square miles and a surface area of 5.6 acres, the dam also contributes to flood control and water resource management efforts in Gage County. Although it has not undergone any major modifications in recent years, the dam continues to be regularly inspected, monitored, and enforced by state regulatory agencies to ensure public safety and environmental protection.

Despite its modest size, Parde Dam serves as a vital component of the water infrastructure in the region, providing essential services for both wildlife and the local community. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the proper maintenance and management of dams like Parde Dam are essential to safeguarding the ecological balance and ensuring sustainable water usage for future generations. Through ongoing inspections and enforcement efforts, Parde Dam remains a key player in water management and conservation efforts in Nebraska.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

360

Dam Height

17.3

River Or Stream

TR-BIG BLUE RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5.6

Hydraulic Height

17.3

Drainage Area

0.39

Nid Storage

55.4

Structural Height

17.3

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

17
       
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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.