Rosfeld Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Breinig-Schutz Dam Bogle Dam 2
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Rosfeld Dam, located in Gosper, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure primarily designed for flood risk reduction along the TR-ELK CREEK.
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Summary
Completed in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 13.4 feet and has a storage capacity of 71 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 42.2 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2017 reported poor conditions, indicating a need for maintenance and potential upgrades to ensure its continued effectiveness in mitigating flood risks in the area.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources (NE DNR), Rosfeld Dam undergoes regular state inspections, permitting, and enforcement to comply with regulatory standards. Given its inadequate condition assessment and poor maintenance, the dam poses a potential risk to surrounding areas in the event of heavy rainfall or flooding. Climate enthusiasts and water resource experts can recognize the importance of sustaining infrastructure like Rosfeld Dam to protect communities from natural disasters and maintain water security in the region.
As a critical component of flood risk reduction in Nebraska, Rosfeld Dam serves as a reminder of the ongoing need for infrastructure maintenance and improvements to adapt to changing climate conditions. With its limited capacity and poor condition, stakeholders must prioritize investments in the dam's upkeep to ensure its continued functionality and effectiveness in safeguarding against potential flood events. By addressing the dam's maintenance needs and implementing risk management measures, water resource and climate enthusiasts can contribute to enhancing the resilience of the region's water infrastructure in the face of environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
345 |
Dam Height |
13.4 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ELK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
13.4 |
Drainage Area |
0.61 |
Nid Storage |
71 |
Structural Height |
13.4 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
13 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Platte River Near Overton
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1040cfs |
Spring Creek Nr Overton
|
7cfs |
Republican River At Cambridge
|
60cfs |
Buffalo Creek Nr Overton Nebr
|
4cfs |
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.
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