Rehtus Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Schutte Dam 2116 Schutte Dam 1290
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Rehtus Dam, located in Webster, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure that serves multiple purposes, including flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 2000, this earth dam stands at a height of 13.7 meters and has a storage capacity of 62.7 million gallons. The dam spans 280 meters in length and is situated on TR-BEAVER CREEK, within the jurisdiction of the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources.
Despite its low hazard potential, Rehtus Dam has been assessed as being in poor condition as of April 2017. With a history of inspections every five years, the dam's maintenance and upkeep are crucial to ensure its continued effectiveness in flood mitigation and water resource management. While the dam does not have a spillway or outlet gates, its location and design play a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
As a key infrastructure in flood risk reduction efforts, Rehtus Dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management. With ongoing inspections and maintenance, this structure continues to play a crucial role in safeguarding the community and the environment from the impacts of extreme weather events and climate variability.
Year Completed |
2000 |
Dam Length |
280 |
Dam Height |
13.7 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BEAVER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
13.7 |
Drainage Area |
5.25 |
Nid Storage |
62.7 |
Structural Height |
13.7 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
14 |
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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.
Rehtus Dam