Breiner Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Breiner Dam, located in Holt, Nebraska, serves as a critical flood risk reduction structure along the TR-Big Sandy Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1980, this privately owned Earth dam stands at a height of 18.5 feet and has a storage capacity of 85.4 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 29.5 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is rated as poor, highlighting the need for ongoing maintenance and upgrades to ensure its long-term effectiveness.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Breiner Dam is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, aligning with its design as an Earth structure supported by stone core and soil foundation. With a length of 445 feet and a surface area of 8 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
While Breiner Dam has a history of serving its intended purpose, its poor condition assessment underscores the importance of regular maintenance and risk management measures. As climate change continues to impact water resources and weather patterns, ensuring the structural integrity and functionality of dams like Breiner is essential for safeguarding communities and ecosystems against the growing threat of floods.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
445 |
Dam Height |
18.5 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BIG SANDY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
18.5 |
Drainage Area |
3.7 |
Nid Storage |
85.4 |
Structural Height |
18.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Niobrara River At Mariaville
|
1700cfs |
Long Pine Creek Near Riverview
|
191cfs |
Platte Creek Near Platte
|
3cfs |
Keya Paha R At Wewela Sd
|
54cfs |
Niobrara River Nr. Verdel
|
517cfs |
Ponca Creek At Verdel
|
23cfs |
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.
Breiner Dam