Robinson Dam 3683 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Robinson Dam 3683, located in Furnas, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure that plays a crucial role in flood risk reduction along the TR-BEAVER CREEK.
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Summary
Built in 1980, this earth dam stands at a height of 15.2 feet and has a storage capacity of 114.6 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 6.3 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2017 revealed poor conditions, highlighting the need for maintenance and potential upgrades to ensure its continued effectiveness in mitigating flood risks in the area.
The dam, managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement, demonstrating a commitment to ensuring its structural integrity and functionality. The surrounding area benefits from the dam's flood risk reduction capabilities, with a drainage area of 1.92 square miles and a surface area of 4.2 acres protected from potential flooding events. While the dam's primary purpose remains flood risk reduction, its role in safeguarding the local community and environment underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance efforts to address its poor condition assessment and ensure its continued effectiveness for years to come.
With a designated inspection frequency of 5 years and a last assessment conducted in 2017, Robinson Dam 3683 serves as a vital component of the flood risk management infrastructure in Furnas, Nebraska. As climate change continues to impact water resources and weather patterns, the maintenance and upkeep of dams like Robinson Dam are essential for protecting communities, ecosystems, and infrastructure from the increasing threats of extreme weather events. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding and advocating for the proper care and maintenance of structures like Robinson Dam is crucial for ensuring the resilience and sustainability of our water management systems in the face of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
235 |
Dam Height |
15.2 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BEAVER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
15.2 |
Drainage Area |
1.92 |
Nid Storage |
114.6 |
Structural Height |
15.2 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Robinson Dam 3683