Plum Creek Feedyard Lagoon 1 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Plum Creek Feedyard Lagoon 1 Dam in Dawson, Nebraska, stands as a crucial water management structure along the TR-TRI-COUNTY SUPPLY CANAL.


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Summary

Completed in 2007, this private-owned Earth dam serves a primary purpose beyond traditional flood control or irrigation. With a height of 33 feet and a length of 200 feet, the dam stores 23.9 acre-feet of water, providing essential support to the local agricultural community.

Maintained by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Plum Creek Feedyard Lagoon 1 Dam boasts a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment. The dam's design, utilizing stone core and soil foundation, ensures its structural integrity, with regular inspections conducted every five years. While its primary purpose remains classified as "Other," the dam plays a critical role in water resource management within the region, supporting the surrounding ecosystem and agricultural activities.

Located within the jurisdiction of Nebraska and under the supervision of the Kansas City District US Army Corps of Engineers, Plum Creek Feedyard Lagoon 1 Dam exemplifies responsible private ownership and state regulation. Its strategic construction and operation contribute to the overall water security and environmental sustainability of the area. As climate change impacts water resources, dams like Plum Creek play a vital role in adapting to shifting conditions and ensuring resilience for future generations.

Year Completed

2007

Dam Length

200

Dam Height

33

River Or Stream

TR-TRI-COUNTY SUPPLY CANAL

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Hydraulic Height

33

Drainage Area

0.04

Nid Storage

23.9

Structural Height

33

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

33
       
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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.