Box X Ranch Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Wasserburger Dam 2097 Buhr Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Box X Ranch Dam, located in Sioux County, Nebraska, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and serving as a small fish pond.
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Summary
This private earth dam, completed in 1960, stands at a height of 14.9 feet and has a storage capacity of 113.4 acre-feet. Situated on TR-Jim Creek, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area, with a drainage area of 1.68 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 72 acre-feet.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Box X Ranch Dam is regulated and inspected by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a recent inspection in April 2020, the dam's condition was deemed as "Not Rated," highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance. While the dam does not have a designated Emergency Action Plan (EAP) or inundation maps prepared, its presence underscores the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.
As a vital component of the local water infrastructure, Box X Ranch Dam serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness between water resources and climate resilience. With its role in fire protection, stock watering, and habitat conservation, the dam exemplifies the need for proactive management strategies to safeguard both water availability and ecosystem health in the region. As climate variability continues to pose challenges, maintaining the safety and functionality of structures like Box X Ranch Dam will be critical in ensuring the long-term sustainability of water resources for both human and environmental needs.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
690 |
Dam Height |
14.9 |
River Or Stream |
TR-JIM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
14.9 |
Drainage Area |
1.68 |
Nid Storage |
113.4 |
Structural Height |
14.9 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Box X Ranch Dam