Dave Borrenpohl Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Spring Creek 9-A 641 Spring Creek 9-4
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Located in Johnson, Nebraska, the Dave Borrenpohl Dam stands as a testament to flood risk reduction efforts in the area.
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Summary
Completed in 2008, this private-owned Earth dam is designed to mitigate potential flooding along the TR-Muddy Creek. With a height of 19 feet and a capacity of 82 acre-feet, this structure plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential inundation, showcasing the importance of water resource management in the region.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, the Dave Borrenpohl Dam has a low hazard potential and is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in May 2019. With a drainage area of 0.34 square miles and a maximum discharge of 376 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a critical role in safeguarding the community against the impacts of extreme weather events. Furthermore, its proximity to the Omaha District underscores its strategic importance in the region's overall water infrastructure system.
As an essential component of the local flood risk reduction strategy, the Dave Borrenpohl Dam serves as a beacon of resilience against the changing climate patterns affecting Nebraska. With its Earth construction and stone core types, this structure exemplifies the innovative engineering solutions employed to address environmental challenges. By upholding rigorous inspection, enforcement, and permitting standards, the dam ensures the safety and well-being of residents in the area, highlighting the intersection of water resource management and climate adaptation efforts in safeguarding communities against the impacts of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
2008 |
Dam Length |
670 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MUDDY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
18.8 |
Drainage Area |
0.34 |
Nid Storage |
82 |
Structural Height |
22.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Nemaha River At Auburn
|
82cfs |
North Fork Big Nemaha River At Humboldt
|
67cfs |
Missouri River At Nebraska City
|
25000cfs |
Nishnabotna River Above Hamburg
|
639cfs |
Turkey C Nr Seneca
|
15cfs |
Weeping Water Creek At Union
|
20cfs |
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.
Dave Borrenpohl Dam