Palmer Dam 3481 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Huxoll Dam Ruf Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Palmer Dam 3481, located in Wilsonville, Nebraska, serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure along the TR-BEAVER CREEK.
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Summary
Built in 1960, this private earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet and stretches 235 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 99.4 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, and it is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, ensuring regular inspections, permitting, and enforcement to maintain its integrity.
Despite its low hazard potential and not having a current condition rating, Palmer Dam 3481 remains an essential component in protecting the surrounding Furnas County community from potential flooding events. With a drainage area of 3.49 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 74.6 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water levels and mitigating flood risks in the region. The dam's strategic location and design demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding the area's water resources and infrastructure from the impacts of extreme weather events.
As a key flood risk reduction structure in Nebraska, Palmer Dam 3481 stands as a testament to the importance of proactive water resource management in the face of changing climate patterns. With its history of successful operation and state regulation, the dam exemplifies the collaboration between private owners and government agencies in ensuring the safety and resilience of communities against the threats posed by flooding. The dam's presence not only serves as a physical barrier to excess water but also symbolizes a shared commitment to sustainable water resource management in the region.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
235 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BEAVER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Drainage Area |
3.49 |
Nid Storage |
99.4 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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.
Palmer Dam 3481