Easton Dam 8723 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Schardt Dam Easton Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Easton Dam 8723, located in Thayer, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure that plays a crucial role in flood risk reduction along the TR-DRY CREEK.
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Summary
Built in 1950, this earth dam stands at a height of 13.2 feet and has a storage capacity of 72 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 24.3 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is currently assessed as being in poor condition as of the last inspection in March 2017.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Easton Dam 8723 is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Its primary purpose extends beyond flood risk reduction to include other functions. The dam's association with the Omaha District of the US Army Corps of Engineers highlights its significance in water resource management within the region. With a drainage area of 0.45 square miles and a surface area of 7.3 acres, this dam contributes to the overall water infrastructure in the area.
Although Easton Dam 8723 has not undergone significant modifications in recent years and lacks specific emergency preparedness measures, its role in water resource management and flood control remains vital. With a designated inspection frequency of 5 years, ongoing assessments and potential risk management measures will be essential to ensure the dam's continued effectiveness in protecting the surrounding community and environment from potential water-related hazards.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
325 |
Dam Height |
13.2 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
13.2 |
Drainage Area |
0.45 |
Nid Storage |
72 |
Structural Height |
13.2 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
13 |
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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.
Easton Dam 8723