Weerts Wetlands Restoration Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Svoboda Dam 1874 Dewispelare Dam
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Located in Butler County, Nebraska, the Weerts Wetlands Restoration Dam stands as a testament to the successful collaboration between private owners and the USDA NRCS in restoring and preserving vital water resources in the area.
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Summary
Completed in 2015, this earth dam boasts a height of 6 feet and a structural height of 7 feet, providing a storage capacity of 229.5 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.39 square miles.
Serving as a crucial element in the restoration of the wetlands, the Weerts Dam not only helps in regulating water flow but also contributes to enhancing the local ecosystem and supporting wildlife diversity. With a satisfactory condition assessment and low hazard potential, this dam stands as a model for sustainable water resource management practices in the region. Maintained by the NE DNR, the dam undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and operational efficiency.
Ensuring the safety and sustainability of the Weerts Wetlands Restoration Dam is a top priority, with a comprehensive emergency action plan in place and a consistent inspection frequency of 5 years. As an integral part of the local water infrastructure, this dam plays a crucial role in flood control, water storage, and ecosystem restoration efforts along the TR-PLATTE RIVER. With the support of various agencies and stakeholders, the Weerts Dam stands as a beacon of successful collaboration in water resource management and climate resilience initiatives in Nebraska.
Year Completed |
2015 |
Dam Length |
1750 |
Dam Height |
6 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PLATTE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
4.17 |
Drainage Area |
0.39 |
Nid Storage |
229.5 |
Structural Height |
7 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
7 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Platte River At North Bend
|
4920cfs |
Shell Creek Near Columbus
|
87cfs |
Clear Cr 1.75mi W Of Polk Co Line
|
15cfs |
Platte River Near Duncan
|
243cfs |
Maple Creek Near Nickerson
|
37cfs |
Wahoo Creek At Ithaca
|
53cfs |
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.
Weerts Wetlands Restoration Dam