Aoudad Waste Lagoon Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Aoudad Waste Lagoon Dam, located in Berwyn, Nebraska, is a private dam that serves as an essential structure for managing water resources in the area.
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Summary
Completed in 2018, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 31.5 feet and has a storage capacity of 55.8 acre-feet. The dam plays a crucial role in regulating water levels in the tributary to Mud Creek, ensuring proper drainage and preventing potential flooding in the surrounding areas.
With a surface area of 3.67 acres and a drainage area of 0.01 square miles, Aoudad Waste Lagoon Dam is designed to facilitate efficient water flow while maintaining low hazard potential. The dam has been inspected regularly, with the most recent assessment in March 2020 deeming its condition satisfactory. Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, the dam is subject to state regulations, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its safe operation and compliance with environmental standards.
Overall, Aoudad Waste Lagoon Dam stands as a vital infrastructure for water management in Custer County, Nebraska. Serving its primary purpose effectively, this dam provides essential flood control measures and contributes to the sustainable utilization of water resources in the region. Its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition highlight its importance in safeguarding the local environment and communities from potential water-related risks.
Year Completed |
2018 |
Dam Length |
1666 |
Dam Height |
31.5 |
River Or Stream |
Trib to Mud Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.67 |
Hydraulic Height |
29.92 |
Drainage Area |
0.01 |
Nid Storage |
55.8 |
Structural Height |
34.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
35 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
North Loup River At Taylor
|
464cfs |
North Loup R At Brewster
|
495cfs |
Middle Loup River At Dunning
|
581cfs |
Buffalo Creek Nr Overton Nebr
|
3cfs |
Elm Creek Nr Elm Creek
|
0cfs |
Spring Creek Nr Overton
|
3cfs |
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.
Aoudad Waste Lagoon Dam