Albers Feedlots Lagoon 4 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 14, 2025

Albers Feedlots Lagoon 4 Dam, located in Cuming, Nebraska, stands as a crucial water resource structure within the region.


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Summary

Completed in 2010, this earth dam serves a primary purpose of managing water for agricultural needs, with a normal storage capacity of 35.4 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 67.5 acre-feet. Positioned along TR-Plum Creek, this dam plays a vital role in maintaining water supply and quality for the surrounding area.

Owned privately and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Albers Feedlots Lagoon 4 Dam boasts a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of the last inspection in May 2016. With a structural height of 19.3 feet and a length of 1375 feet, this dam plays a critical role in flood control and water management activities in the region. The presence of this water management structure ensures the protection of local ecosystems and supports sustainable water use practices in the area.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to monitor and advocate for the sustainable management of water resources, Albers Feedlots Lagoon 4 Dam stands as a testament to the importance of effective dam infrastructure in supporting agriculture and environmental conservation efforts. With a low hazard potential and a history of satisfactory condition assessments, this earth dam serves as a key player in the region's water management strategies, highlighting the essential role that such structures play in maintaining water quality, supply, and ecosystem health in Nebraska's landscape.

Year Completed

2010

Dam Length

1375

Dam Height

19.3

River Or Stream

TR-PLUM CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7.6

Hydraulic Height

19.3

Drainage Area

0.09

Nid Storage

67.5

Structural Height

19.3

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

19
       
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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.