Jon Snethen Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Taft Dam Daniel Hill Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Jon Snethen Pond Dam, located in Richardson County, Nebraska, was completed in 2009 and stands at a height of 28.2 feet.
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Summary
Managed by a private entity, this earth dam on TR-Muddy Creek serves multiple purposes, including recreation and water storage. With a normal storage capacity of 65 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 101 cubic feet per second, the dam covers a surface area of 8.87 acres and has a drainage area of 0.64 square miles.
Designed by USDA NRCS, the dam is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is considered satisfactory in condition, with the last assessment conducted in March 2020. While it lacks certain emergency preparedness measures like an EAP and inundation maps, Jon Snethen Pond Dam continues to provide vital water resource management and recreational opportunities for the local community.
With its strategic location and efficient design, Jon Snethen Pond Dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management in Nebraska. As climate change continues to impact the region, dams like these play a crucial role in regulating water flow, providing recreational opportunities, and ensuring the safety of surrounding communities. As efforts to enhance emergency preparedness and risk management measures continue, Jon Snethen Pond Dam remains a vital asset in the state's water infrastructure landscape.
Year Completed |
2009 |
Dam Length |
765 |
Dam Height |
28.2 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MUDDY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8.87 |
Hydraulic Height |
27.6 |
Drainage Area |
0.64 |
Nid Storage |
137 |
Structural Height |
32.2 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Nemaha River At Falls City
|
310cfs |
Missouri River At Rulo
|
26600cfs |
Tarkio River At Fairfax Mo
|
55cfs |
North Fork Big Nemaha River At Humboldt
|
67cfs |
Little Nemaha River At Auburn
|
82cfs |
Nodaway River Near Graham
|
134cfs |
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.
Jon Snethen Pond Dam