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Reiser Dam 2, located on the Niobrara River in Boyd, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure primarily used for irrigation purposes. Completed in 2014, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 33 feet with a hydraulic height of 32.23 feet and a structural height of 40 feet. It has a length of 465 feet and a storage capacity of 273.9 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 150.8 acre-feet.
Despite its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, Reiser Dam 2 is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, with state jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. The dam's maximum discharge capacity is 889 cubic feet per second, serving a drainage area of 2.01 square miles. The last inspection in May 2020 reported no immediate concerns, with an inspection frequency of 5 years.
Located in the St. Paul District, Reiser Dam 2 is an essential component for local irrigation needs in the region. With its strategic position along the Niobrara River, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and agricultural activities, showcasing the intersection of human intervention and natural systems in sustaining the local ecosystem.
Year_Completed | 2014 |
Dam_Height | 33 |
River_Or_Stream | TR-NIOBRARA RIVER |
Dam_Length | 465 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 13.1 |
Hydraulic_Height | 32.23 |
Drainage_Area | 2.01 |
Nid_Storage | 273.9 |
Structural_Height | 40 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 40 |
WHITE R NEAR OACOMA SD | 229cfs |
PLATTE CREEK NEAR PLATTE | 1cfs |
NIOBRARA RIVER AT MARIAVILLE | 1330cfs |
FIRESTEEL CR NEAR MOUNT VERNON SD | 1cfs |
JAMES R AT HURON SD | 393cfs |
NIOBRARA RIVER NR. VERDEL | 908cfs |
PONCA CREEK AT VERDEL | 62cfs |