Wilke Farms - Pheasant Ridge Lagoon Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 15, 2025

Wilke Farms - Pheasant Ridge Lagoon Dam, located in Stanton, Nebraska, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1998 along TR-BUTTERFLY CREEK.


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With a structural height of 36.8 feet and a storage capacity of 103.6 acre-feet, this dam serves a primary purpose that goes beyond traditional water management. The dam, built with stone core and soil foundation, stands as a testament to sustainable land use practices in the area.

Managed and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Wilke Farms - Pheasant Ridge Lagoon Dam has a low hazard potential and is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as per the last inspection in May 2018. Despite its modest size in terms of surface area and drainage area, the dam plays a crucial role in environmental conservation efforts within the region. Its location within Congressional District 01, Nebraska, underscores its significance in the local water resource management landscape.

As climate change impacts become more pronounced, the role of dams like Wilke Farms - Pheasant Ridge Lagoon Dam in enhancing water security and mitigating risks of flooding gains even more importance. The dam's adherence to state regulations, regular inspections, and established emergency action plans highlight a commitment to safety and sustainability that resonates with water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.

Year Completed

1998

Dam Length

2600

Dam Height

36.8

River Or Stream

TR-BUTTERFLY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2

Hydraulic Height

36.8

Drainage Area

0.01

Nid Storage

103.6

Structural Height

36.8

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

37
       
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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.