Summary
This earth dam, standing at a height of 8 feet and stretching 1300 feet in length, is designed to store 58.1 acre-feet of water from the Wild Horse Creek. With a surface area of 7.3 acres and a drainage area of 0.01 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and providing irrigation for local agriculture.
Managed by a private owner, Wild Horse Livestock Lagoon Dam is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, ensuring proper inspection and enforcement of safety measures. Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the dam undergoes regular inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity and overall safety. With no associated structures or outlet gates, the dam primarily serves its purpose of storing water for agricultural use, contributing to the sustainability of the region's water resources and climate resilience efforts.
Situated in Congressional District 03, Nebraska, Wild Horse Livestock Lagoon Dam remains a significant infrastructure for water management in the area. Its strategic location and design play a crucial role in mitigating flooding risks and ensuring a stable water supply for agricultural activities. As climate change challenges continue to impact water resources, the proper maintenance and regulation of dams like Wild Horse Livestock Lagoon Dam are essential for sustainable water management and resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.
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Year Completed |
2014 |
Dam Length |
1300 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WILD HORSE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Drainage Area |
0.01 |
Nid Storage |
58.1 |
Structural Height |
8 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
8 |
Seasonal Comparison
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Dismal River Near Thedford
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267cfs |
Middle Loup River At Dunning
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544cfs |
North Loup R At Brewster
|
484cfs |
North Loup River At Taylor
|
723cfs |
South Platte River At North Platte
|
1290cfs |
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.
Area Campgrounds
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Whitetail
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Bessey Recreation Complex and Campground
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Bessey Rec Area
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Wild Horse Livestock Lagoon Dam