Summary
Built in 1950, this earth dam stands at a height of 13.3 feet and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond management. With a normal storage capacity of 31.1 acre-feet and a drainage area of 7.25 square miles, the dam provides essential water resources for the surrounding area.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2014 indicated poor structural health. With a history of modifications and a last inspection date of September 2014, there is a need for ongoing maintenance to ensure the safety and functionality of Smithfield Pasture Dam. The dam's location on E BR Turkey Creek underscores its importance in managing water resources in the region, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and risk management measures to mitigate any potential threats to the dam and surrounding areas. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Smithfield Pasture Dam serves as a critical infrastructure for water management and conservation efforts in Nebraska.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
550 |
Dam Height |
13.3 |
River Or Stream |
E BR TURKEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
13.3 |
Drainage Area |
7.25 |
Nid Storage |
114.8 |
Structural Height |
13.3 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
13 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Platte River Near Overton
|
1040cfs |
Spring Creek Nr Overton
|
7cfs |
Buffalo Creek Nr Overton Nebr
|
4cfs |
Platte R Mid Ch
|
1190cfs |
Elm Creek Nr Elm Creek
|
0cfs |
Republican River At Cambridge
|
60cfs |
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.
Smithfield Pasture Dam