Richardson Dam 8906 dam
Richardson Dam 8906
Richardson Dam 8906, located in Webster, Nebraska, stands as a testament to the ingenuity of private owners in harnessing water resources. Completed in 1960, this earth dam spans 570 feet and reaches a height of 17.3 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 141.8 acre-feet. Despite being designated as a low hazard potential structure, Richardson Dam 8906 is subject to regular state inspection, enforcement, and regulation by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources.
Situated on the TR-E FK FARMERS CREEK, this dam serves a primary purpose not explicitly defined in the data, suggesting its versatility in water management. With a satisfactory condition assessment as of April 2014, Richardson Dam 8906 boasts a stable structural integrity and a minimal risk profile. While lacking certain emergency preparedness protocols like an Emergency Action Plan (EAP), the dam continues to provide essential water storage and flood control benefits to the region.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Richardson Dam 8906 offers a case study in private dam ownership and management. Its location in the heart of Nebraska's rural landscape underscores the importance of small-scale water infrastructure in supporting local agricultural activities and ecological sustainability. With a commitment to regular maintenance and oversight, this dam exemplifies the harmonious coexistence between human development and natural resource conservation in a changing climate landscape.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Richardson Dam 8906 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Republican River At Guide Rock | 2 cfs | → |
| White Rock C Nr Burr Oak | 1 cfs | → |
| Courtland Canal At Nebraska-Kansas State Line | 31 cfs | → |
| Little Blue River Near Deweese | 34 cfs | → |
| Platte River Near Kearney | 21 cfs | → |
| Republican R Nr Hardy | 25 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Richardson Dam 8906.
Boat launches
- Liberty Cove Recreation Area
- Harlan - Gremlin Cove
- Harlan - Cedar Point Ramp
- Hunter Cove - Low Water Ramp
- Patterson Harbor
Campgrounds
- South Park Municipal Campground
- Crystal Lake State Rec Area
- Smith Center Roadside Area
- Pioneer Campground
- South Outlet - Harlan County Lake
- North Outlet - Harlan County Lake
Fishing spots
Track Richardson Dam 8906 in the Snoflo app
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About Richardson Dam 8906
Where does the data for Richardson Dam 8906 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Richardson Dam 8906.