Cooksleys Clear Creek Farms North Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Cooksleys Clear Creek Farms North Dam, located in Custer, Nebraska, was completed in 1980 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management.
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Summary
This private earth dam stands at a structural height of 15 feet with a length of 300 feet, providing a storage capacity of 70.3 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 11.6 acres. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment was marked as poor during the last inspection in March 2020.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, the dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. The primary source agency responsible for the dam is the state of Nebraska, with no federal involvement reported in its ownership, funding, design, construction, or operation. The dam's location along Clear Creek makes it crucial for water resource management and environmental conservation efforts in the region.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Cooksleys Clear Creek Farms North Dam to be a significant structure in maintaining water supply for fire protection and agricultural purposes in the area. Its historical significance and ongoing regulatory oversight by the state highlight the importance of proper dam maintenance and management to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the preservation of natural ecosystems along Clear Creek.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CLEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
0.43 |
Nid Storage |
70.3 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
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 |
South Loup R At St. Michael
|
178cfs |
Buffalo Creek Nr Overton Nebr
|
3cfs |
Elm Creek Nr Elm Creek
|
0cfs |
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.
Cooksleys Clear Creek Farms North Dam