Pigeon Ranch Livestock Lagoon Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
The Pigeon Ranch Livestock Lagoon Dam in Dawson County, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure designed for water resource management and climate resilience.
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Summary
Completed in 2009, this earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet and spans 550 feet, with a storage capacity of 104 acre-feet. Situated on TR-Elm Creek, this dam plays a crucial role in regulating water flow and preventing potential flooding in the area.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, the Pigeon Ranch Livestock Lagoon Dam is regularly inspected and maintained to ensure its structural integrity. With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of May 2020, this dam is deemed to be in good operational shape. Its primary purpose as an earth dam is to store water for livestock and agricultural purposes, highlighting its importance in sustaining local water resources and supporting the region's agricultural activities.
Located in a congressional district represented by Adrian Smith, this dam serves as a vital infrastructure asset in the region. With a surface area of 5.5 acres and a drainage area of 0.01 square miles, the Pigeon Ranch Livestock Lagoon Dam exemplifies the intersection of water resource management, climate adaptation, and agricultural sustainability. Its role in safeguarding against potential water-related risks and supporting local livelihoods underscores the importance of investing in resilient infrastructure for a changing climate.
Year Completed |
2009 |
Dam Length |
550 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ELM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Drainage Area |
0.01 |
Nid Storage |
104 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Buffalo Creek Nr Overton Nebr
|
3cfs |
Spring Creek Nr Overton
|
3cfs |
Platte River Near Overton
|
1390cfs |
Elm Creek Nr Elm Creek
|
0cfs |
Platte R Mid Ch
|
1500cfs |
Platte River Near Kearney
|
589cfs |
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.
Pigeon Ranch Livestock Lagoon Dam