Kuck Dam 9125 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Meyer Dam 3617 Ebmeier Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Kuck Dam 9125, located in Gosper, Nebraska, plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
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Summary
Built in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 14.8 feet and has a storage capacity of 75.8 acre-feet, helping to reduce flood risks and regulate water flow along the TR-REPUBLICAN RIVER. The dam is privately owned and maintained, with oversight from the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources.
Despite its low hazard potential, Kuck Dam 9125 is regularly inspected to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. The dam's condition assessment, last conducted in 2017, was reported as "Not Rated," indicating a need for further evaluation. With a drainage area of 0.8 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 33.4 acre-feet, this dam serves as a vital piece of infrastructure in the region's water management system.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the importance of dams like Kuck Dam 9125 is crucial in safeguarding communities from potential flooding events and ensuring sustainable water management practices. With its strategic location and purposeful design, this earth dam stands as a testament to the vital role dams play in protecting both people and the environment from the impacts of extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
250 |
Dam Height |
14.8 |
River Or Stream |
TR-REPUBLICAN RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
14.8 |
Drainage Area |
0.8 |
Nid Storage |
75.8 |
Structural Height |
14.8 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Platte River Near Overton
|
1040cfs |
Spring Creek Nr Overton
|
7cfs |
Platte R Mid Ch
|
1190cfs |
Sappa Creek Near Stamford
|
4cfs |
Buffalo Creek Nr Overton Nebr
|
4cfs |
Republican River Near Orleans
|
59cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Kuck Dam 9125