Scott Lickteig Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Scott Lickteig Dam, located in Nemaha, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure completed in 2011 with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Duck Creek.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at 32.4 feet in height, with a hydraulic height of 31.59 feet and a structural height of 35.6 feet. It has a storage capacity of 30.8 acre-feet, providing essential water resource management for the surrounding area.

Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Scott Lickteig Dam has been deemed to have a low hazard potential and is in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in May 2019. The dam covers a surface area of 1.91 acres and serves a drainage area of 0.18 square miles. With a maximum discharge of 48 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks and ensuring water resource sustainability in the region.

With its strategic location and efficient design, Scott Lickteig Dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management in Nebraska. As climate change continues to impact the frequency and severity of extreme weather events, this dam serves as a vital infrastructure for flood protection and overall environmental resilience in the area, showcasing the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of a changing climate.

Year Completed

2011

Dam Length

425

Dam Height

32.4

River Or Stream

TR-DUCK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1.91

Hydraulic Height

31.59

Drainage Area

0.18

Nid Storage

30.8

Structural Height

35.6

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

36
       
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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.