Eagle Ridge Feedyard Lagoon Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
The Eagle Ridge Feedyard Lagoon Dam in Cuming, Nebraska, serves as a crucial structure for water resource management in the region.
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Summary
Built in 2012, this earth dam stands at a height of 11 feet and has a hydraulic height of 7.5 feet. With a storage capacity of 74.4 acre-feet, it primarily serves as a containment structure for the feedyard lagoon, contributing to flood control and water storage in the area.
Managed by a private entity, the dam is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, with regular inspections ensuring its satisfactory condition and low hazard potential. Situated along the TR-Elkhorn River, the dam plays a key role in maintaining water quality and quantity in the surrounding area. Its strategic location and design help to mitigate potential risks and ensure the safety and security of the community and environment.
As a significant water management infrastructure, the Eagle Ridge Feedyard Lagoon Dam showcases the importance of private ownership in water resource management and highlights the collaborative efforts between state regulatory agencies and private entities. With a focus on maintaining a sustainable water supply and effective flood control measures, this dam stands as a testament to the vital role of earth dams in safeguarding water resources and promoting climate resilience in Nebraska.
Year Completed |
2012 |
Dam Length |
3400 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
TR-Elkhorn River |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
7.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.07 |
Nid Storage |
74.4 |
Structural Height |
7.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
11 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Elkhorn River At West Point
|
877cfs |
Elkhorn River At Pilger
|
633cfs |
Logan Creek At Wakefield
|
149cfs |
Logan Creek Near Uehling
|
302cfs |
South Omaha Creek At Walthill
|
11cfs |
Elkhorn R At Norfolk Ne
|
440cfs |
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.
Eagle Ridge Feedyard Lagoon Dam