Weber Dam 4056 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Petermann Dam Tull-Albers Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Weber Dam 4056, located in Gosper, Nebraska, is a privately owned Earth dam with a primary purpose of providing fire protection, stock, or serving as a small fish pond.
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Summary
Completed in 1950, this dam stands at a height of 22.8 feet and has a storage capacity of 55.9 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity.
Situated on TR-Dry Creek, Weber Dam 4056 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area, with a drainage area of 0.97 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 46.8 acre-feet. The dam's fair condition assessment as of 2014 reflects ongoing efforts to maintain its functionality and safety for the surrounding community. With its stone core and soil foundation, Weber Dam 4056 serves as a vital asset for fire protection and agricultural activities in the region.
Despite its modest dimensions, Weber Dam 4056 remains a key feature in the local water resource infrastructure, contributing to flood control and water supply management along TR-Dry Creek. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, the upkeep and monitoring of dams like Weber Dam 4056 become increasingly essential for ensuring the resilience of communities and ecosystems in Nebraska. With its history of serving multiple purposes and its ongoing regulatory oversight, Weber Dam 4056 stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
240 |
Dam Height |
22.8 |
River Or Stream |
TR-Dry Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
22.8 |
Drainage Area |
0.97 |
Nid Storage |
55.9 |
Structural Height |
22.8 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Republican River At Cambridge
|
60cfs |
Beaver Creek Near Beaver City
|
1cfs |
Platte River Near Overton
|
1040cfs |
Spring Creek Nr Overton
|
7cfs |
Sappa Creek Near Stamford
|
4cfs |
Republican River Near Orleans
|
59cfs |
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.
Weber Dam 4056