Shuck Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 24, 2025
Shuck Dam, located in Carleton, Nebraska, along the TR-Big Sandy Creek, is a local government-owned structure designed to manage flood risk and serve other purposes.
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Summary
Built in 1985, this earth dam stands at a height of 16.3 feet and has a storage capacity of 129.8 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition is assessed as poor, with the last inspection conducted in April 2017.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Shuck Dam is regulated and inspected by state authorities to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam's primary purpose, besides flood risk reduction, remains unspecified, highlighting its importance in managing water resources in the region. Although the dam's condition assessment raises concerns, its strategic location and design play a crucial role in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential flooding events and maintaining water resource stability in Clay County, Nebraska.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Shuck Dam serves as a significant infrastructure piece in the local ecosystem, demonstrating the delicate balance between human intervention and natural processes. Its role in managing water flow and mitigating flood risks along the TR-Big Sandy Creek showcases the importance of sustainable water resource management in a changing climate. The ongoing monitoring and inspection of Shuck Dam by state regulators underscore the commitment to maintaining the dam's functionality and protecting the community and surrounding environment from potential hazards.
Year Completed |
1985 |
Dam Length |
160 |
Dam Height |
16.3 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BIG SANDY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
16.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.48 |
Nid Storage |
129.8 |
Structural Height |
16.3 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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.
Shuck Dam