Vitosh Dam 4772 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Vitosh Dam 4772 is a privately owned earth dam located in Gage County, Nebraska, along the TR-ASH Creek.


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Summary

Completed in 1960, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection and providing water for stock or small fish ponds. With a structural height of 14.3 feet and a length of 394 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 87.6 acre-feet and a surface area of 11 acres.

Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is marked as poor, with the last inspection conducted in September 2018. The dam is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and is subject to state jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk assessment details are not specified in the data, indicating potential areas for improvement in terms of safety and risk management.

Enthusiasts of water resources and climate in the area may find Vitosh Dam 4772 an interesting site to study due to its historical significance, multiple purposes, and the need for enhanced safety measures. This dam provides valuable insight into the management of water resources in rural Nebraska and highlights the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure the safety and sustainability of such structures in the face of changing climate patterns.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

394

Dam Height

14.3

River Or Stream

TR-ASH CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

11

Hydraulic Height

14.3

Drainage Area

0.43

Nid Storage

87.6

Structural Height

14.3

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

14
       
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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.