Lineweber Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Lineweber Dam, located in Beatrice, Nebraska, along the Blue River, was completed in 1980 for the primary purpose of irrigation, with additional recreational benefits.


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Summary

Owned privately, the dam stands 30.3 feet tall and has a storage capacity of 322.1 acre-feet, serving the local agricultural community. Despite its significant hazard potential and poor condition assessment, the dam is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, ensuring regular inspections and enforcement to maintain its integrity.

The earth-filled Lineweber Dam spans 665 feet in length and covers a surface area of 22.5 acres, drawing water from a drainage area of 1.5 square miles. With a maximum discharge capacity of 1942 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. While lacking specific spillway details, the dam's infrastructure and design are essential for maintaining water levels for irrigation and recreational activities along the Blue River.

As a key component of Nebraska's water management infrastructure, Lineweber Dam's presence underscores the importance of sustainable water resource practices in the face of changing climate conditions. With a focus on both irrigation and recreation, the dam serves as a vital link between water supply and demand, highlighting the need for ongoing maintenance and risk management measures to ensure its continued functionality and safety for the community.

Year Completed

1980

Dam Length

665

Dam Height

26.6

River Or Stream

TR - Blue River

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

22.5

Hydraulic Height

26.6

Drainage Area

1.5

Nid Storage

322.1

Structural Height

30.3

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

30
       
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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. 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

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, 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.