Spring Lake Park Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Spring Lake Park Dam, located in Omaha, Nebraska, serves as a crucial structure for flood risk reduction along the TR-Missouri River.


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Summary

Completed in 2016, this earth dam stands at a height of 41.3 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 81.8 acre-feet. With a fair condition assessment and a low hazard potential, the dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.

Managed by local government authorities and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, the Spring Lake Park Dam undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, and it boasts a drainage area of 0.21 square miles, with a normal storage capacity of 12.6 acre-feet. With a hydraulic height of 31.9 feet and a structural height of 47.3 feet, this dam is equipped to handle a maximum discharge of 168 cubic feet per second.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Spring Lake Park Dam offers a fascinating insight into the intersection of infrastructure, environmental protection, and disaster mitigation. As a key component in the flood control system along the Missouri River, this dam showcases the importance of effective water management practices in safeguarding communities against natural disasters. With its strategic location and impressive design features, the Spring Lake Park Dam stands as a testament to the ongoing efforts to protect and preserve our water resources in the face of changing climate patterns.

Year Completed

2016

Dam Length

270

Dam Height

41.3

River Or Stream

TR-MISSOURI RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1.5

Hydraulic Height

31.9

Drainage Area

0.21

Nid Storage

81.8

Structural Height

47.3

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

47
       
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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.