Haag-Lytle Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ellis Dam Smith Dam 1191
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Haag-Lytle Dam, located in Red Willow, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure built in 1960 with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
The dam, standing at a height of 21.1 feet, holds a storage capacity of 51.2 acre-feet and serves the TR-SILVER CREEK watershed. Despite being classified as a low hazard potential dam, it is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources (DNR), ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations.
The Earth dam, constructed with a stone core on a soil foundation, spans 310 feet in length and covers a surface area of 6.9 acres. With a drainage area of 0.39 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. Although its condition assessment is currently rated as "Not Rated", the dam undergoes inspections every 5 years to uphold its structural integrity and operational efficiency. The dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and management measures are yet to be fully documented, indicating areas for potential improvement in emergency preparedness and response protocols.
Overall, Haag-Lytle Dam stands as a vital infrastructure for flood risk reduction and water resource management in Nebraska. Its presence underscores the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams to ensure public safety, environmental protection, and effective water management strategies in the face of changing climate conditions. Enthusiasts interested in water resources and climate resilience can find valuable insights in the operational dynamics and regulatory framework surrounding this significant dam structure.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
310 |
Dam Height |
21.1 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SILVER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
21.1 |
Drainage Area |
0.39 |
Nid Storage |
51.2 |
Structural Height |
21.1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
21 |
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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.
Haag-Lytle Dam