Siel Farms Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lewis Dam 3714 Cline South Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Siel Farms Dam, located in Riverton, Nebraska, along the TR-LOHFF Creek, serves as a crucial asset for flood risk reduction in the area.
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Summary
Built in 1960, this privately-owned earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and spans a length of 390 feet. With a storage capacity of 69.3 acre-feet, the dam primarily aims to protect the surrounding community from potential flooding events.
Despite its important role in flood control, Siel Farms Dam has been rated with a poor condition assessment during its last inspection in June 2018. The dam's hazard potential is categorized as low, but its current state raises concerns about its ability to effectively manage floodwaters in the future. With the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources overseeing its regulation and enforcement, efforts may be needed to improve the dam's structural integrity and ensure it continues to serve its purpose effectively.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to monitor Siel Farms Dam and its impact on the local environment, attention to maintenance and potential upgrades may be necessary to enhance its performance in mitigating flood risks. Collaboration between private owners, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders could play a vital role in safeguarding the surrounding community and maintaining the dam's functionality for years to come.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
390 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LOHFF CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
1.57 |
Nid Storage |
69.3 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Siel Farms Dam