Tyler Stewart Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Tyler Stewart Dam, located in Beatrice, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for irrigation purposes.


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Summary

Completed in 2017, this earth dam stands at a height of 20.7 feet and has a hydraulic height of 18.88 feet, with a storage capacity of 328.7 acre-feet. The dam, situated on TR-CUB CREEK, has a drainage area of 1.48 square miles and a surface area of 1450.6 acres, providing essential water resources for agriculture in the region.

Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Tyler Stewart Dam has a low hazard potential and is assessed as being in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in April 2019. With a maximum discharge capacity of 256 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in regulating water flow and ensuring water availability for irrigation purposes. Despite its importance, the dam has not been modified since its completion, reflecting its efficient design and construction.

Located in Congressional District 03 and under the jurisdiction of the Nebraska DNR, Tyler Stewart Dam stands as a vital infrastructure for water resource management in Jefferson County, Nebraska. With its strategic location and effective operation, the dam exemplifies the intersection of engineering excellence and environmental stewardship in sustaining water resources for agricultural activities in the region.

Year Completed

2017

Dam Length

650

Dam Height

20.7

River Or Stream

TR-CUB CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1450.6

Hydraulic Height

18.88

Drainage Area

1.48

Nid Storage

328.7

Structural Height

26.9

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

27
       
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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.