Fouts Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Frerichs Dam 1 Bonham Dam 3403
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Fouts Dam, located in Franklin, Nebraska, along TR-CENTER CREEK, was completed in 1960 with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
This private-owned earth dam stands at a height of 17.1 feet and has a storage capacity of 58.2 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is currently assessed to be in poor condition as of the last inspection in October 2015.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Fouts Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state authorities to ensure its structural integrity and public safety. With a surface area of 3.9 acres and a drainage area of 0.5 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region. However, its poor condition highlights the need for immediate attention and potential rehabilitation efforts to maintain its effectiveness in flood control.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, staying informed about the status of dams like Fouts Dam is essential to understanding the management of water resources and the potential impact of climate change on infrastructure. By monitoring and supporting the maintenance of critical structures like Fouts Dam, we can contribute to sustainable water management practices and resilience to changing environmental conditions in our communities.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
17.1 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CENTER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
17.1 |
Drainage Area |
0.5 |
Nid Storage |
58.2 |
Structural Height |
17.1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
17 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Republican River Near Orleans
|
59cfs |
Sappa Creek Near Stamford
|
4cfs |
Platte River Near Kearney
|
1810cfs |
Prairie Dog C Nr Woodruff
|
0cfs |
Platte R Mid Ch
|
1190cfs |
Elm Creek Nr Elm Creek
|
0cfs |
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.
Fouts Dam