Ahlemeyer Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Witte Dam 3694 Hyke Farms Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ahlemeyer Dam, located in Hendley, Nebraska, serves as a crucial structure for flood risk reduction along the Beaver Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 27.6 feet and has a storage capacity of 116.3 acre-feet, providing protection to the surrounding area from potential flooding events. The dam is privately owned and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, ensuring its compliance with state regulations and periodic inspections to maintain its structural integrity.
With a low hazard potential, Ahlemeyer Dam plays a vital role in safeguarding the Furnas County landscape from the impacts of extreme weather events and potential flooding. Despite its modest size, the dam's normal storage capacity of 74.8 acre-feet and surface area of 3.2 acres contribute significantly to managing water resources in the region. It stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between private ownership and state regulatory agencies in ensuring the safety and resilience of the local community against water-related risks.
As an essential component of the flood risk reduction infrastructure in Nebraska, Ahlemeyer Dam represents a harmonious blend of engineering excellence and environmental stewardship. Its strategic location, efficient design, and state-regulated operations underscore its significance in protecting the surrounding area from the potential impacts of climate change. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the role of Ahlemeyer Dam as a sustainable solution for managing water resources and mitigating the effects of extreme weather events in the region.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
360 |
Dam Height |
27.6 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BEAVER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
24.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.74 |
Nid Storage |
116.3 |
Structural Height |
27.6 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
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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.
Ahlemeyer Dam