Krauss West Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 12, 2025

Krauss West Dam, located in Washington, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure designed for flood risk reduction on the TR-Long Creek.


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Summary

Completed in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 31.9 feet and has a length of 520 feet, with a storage capacity of 42.4 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated and inspected by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.

The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving to protect the surrounding area from potential flood events. It is situated in a drainage area of 0.19 square miles, with a normal storage capacity of 4.2 acre-feet. Although its condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," the dam undergoes regular inspections every five years to monitor its integrity and functionality. While no emergency action plan (EAP) has been prepared or updated for this structure, the risk management measures and protocols in place aim to mitigate any potential hazards associated with the dam.

With its strategic location and vital role in flood control, Krauss West Dam stands as a crucial infrastructure in safeguarding the local community from the adverse impacts of extreme weather events. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the importance of structures like this in managing water resources and protecting against floods is key to promoting sustainable development and resilience in the face of changing climate patterns.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

520

Dam Height

31.9

River Or Stream

TR-LONG CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1

Hydraulic Height

31.9

Drainage Area

0.19

Nid Storage

42.4

Structural Height

31.9

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

32
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.