General Agricultural Services 4791 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
General Agricultural Services 4791 Dam, located in Gage County, Nebraska, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond management.
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Summary
Built in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 14.1 feet and has a storage capacity of 73.6 acre-feet. Managed by a private entity, the dam is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure structural integrity and safety.
Situated on TR-Bear Creek, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources within the region, with a drainage area of 0.34 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 26.8 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated as of its last inspection in April 2018. With a focus on maintaining water quality and availability for agricultural activities, General Agricultural Services 4791 Dam stands as a vital infrastructure for the local community and wildlife habitat.
As climate change continues to impact water resources, the role of dams like General Agricultural Services 4791 becomes increasingly important in mitigating drought risks and ensuring sustainable water management practices. With its strategic location and design, this dam not only serves as a reservoir for irrigation and livestock watering but also contributes to local ecosystem health. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding and supporting the upkeep of such infrastructure is key to fostering resilience in the face of environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
1020 |
Dam Height |
14.1 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
14.1 |
Drainage Area |
0.34 |
Nid Storage |
73.6 |
Structural Height |
14.1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
14 |
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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.
General Agricultural Services 4791 Dam