Timperley Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 14, 2025

Located in Holt, Nebraska, Timperley Dam is a privately owned recreational earth dam designed by USDA NRCS in 2008.


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Summary

Standing at 18 feet tall with a structural height of 24 feet, this dam on TR-REDBIRD CREEK offers a surface area of 4.9 acres and a drainage area of 3.86 square miles. With a normal storage capacity of 21 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 77 acre-feet, this dam provides both leisure and functional water storage benefits.

Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Timperley Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state agencies to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. The dam has a low hazard potential and is assessed to be in satisfactory condition as of November 2019. Despite not having a spillway or outlet gates, the dam serves its primary purpose of recreation well, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts to its picturesque location in SES33T32R10W.

Timperley Dam's unique design and location make it a hidden gem for those passionate about water resources and climate. With its serene surroundings and functional storage capacity, this privately owned dam offers a peaceful retreat for visitors while serving an important role in managing water resources in Holt, Nebraska. Whether you're interested in dam infrastructure or simply seeking a tranquil spot for recreation, Timperley Dam is a must-visit destination for enthusiasts of water resource and climate conservation.

Year Completed

2008

Dam Length

560

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

TR-REDBIRD CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4.9

Hydraulic Height

16.8

Drainage Area

3.86

Nid Storage

77

Structural Height

24

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

24
       
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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.