Ehrke Dam 3521 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Schluntz Dam 7834 Schwanz Dam 3565
Last Updated: December 9, 2025
Ehrke Dam 3521, located in Stamford, Nebraska, on Honey Creek, stands as a crucial infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the area.
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Summary
Built in 1980, this private-owned earth dam has a height of 16.3 feet and a storage capacity of 64.2 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2017 rated it as poor, highlighting the need for maintenance and potential improvements to ensure its continued effectiveness in managing flood risks.
With a drainage area of 0.84 square miles and a surface area of 8.5 acres, Ehrke Dam 3521 plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding Furnas County from potential flooding events. While the dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, its current condition raises concerns about its long-term reliability. The Nebraska Department of Natural Resources oversees the regulation, inspection, and enforcement of this dam, emphasizing the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to safeguard the community.
As climate change continues to impact water resources and weather patterns, the maintenance and upkeep of dams like Ehrke Dam 3521 become increasingly critical. With the potential for more frequent and severe flooding events in the future, ensuring the structural integrity and functionality of such infrastructure is essential for protecting lives and property. Collaborative efforts between private owners, regulatory agencies, and local communities will be key in addressing the challenges posed by climate change and maintaining the resilience of water resource systems like Ehrke Dam 3521.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
525 |
Dam Height |
16.3 |
River Or Stream |
Honey Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
16.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.84 |
Nid Storage |
64.2 |
Structural Height |
16.3 |
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.
Ehrke Dam 3521