Lueking West Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Melvin Anderson Dam Drake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Lueking West Dam in Harlan, Nebraska, is a vital water resource structure primarily used for fire protection, stock, or as a small fish pond.
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Summary
Built in 1960, this Earth dam stands at a height of 14.5 feet and has a hydraulic height of 13.9 feet, with a storage capacity of 61.3 acre-feet. Situated on TR-Foster Creek, the dam serves as a key asset to the local government, ensuring water availability for various purposes in the region.
Despite its importance, Lueking West Dam is currently in poor condition, with a low hazard potential according to the latest inspection in July 2019. The dam's maintenance and upkeep are crucial to ensure its reliability and safety for the surrounding community. The Nebraska Department of Natural Resources regulates and inspects the dam regularly, emphasizing its significance in water resource management and climate resilience efforts.
As a part of the larger water infrastructure system in the area, Lueking West Dam plays a vital role in water storage and management. With a surface area of 7.3 acres and a drainage area of 0.47 square miles, the dam contributes to flood control and water supply reliability. It is essential for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and support the upkeep of such structures to ensure sustainable water management practices in the region.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
320 |
Dam Height |
14.5 |
River Or Stream |
TR-FOSTER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
13.9 |
Drainage Area |
0.47 |
Nid Storage |
61.3 |
Structural Height |
14.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Republican River Near Orleans
|
59cfs |
Sappa Creek Near Stamford
|
4cfs |
Prairie Dog C Nr Woodruff
|
0cfs |
Beaver Creek Near Beaver City
|
1cfs |
Platte River Near Overton
|
1040cfs |
Platte R Mid Ch
|
1190cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Lueking West Dam