Hipke Storage Reservoir Dam dam
Hipke Storage Reservoir Dam
The Hipke Storage Reservoir Dam, located in Holt, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of irrigation. Completed in 1982, this earth dam stands at a height of 37 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 130 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 59 acre-feet and a drainage area of 1.6 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region.
Despite its importance, the dam has been assessed to be in poor condition as of 2016, with a low hazard potential. The dam's inspection frequency is set at 5 years, and it is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources. The structure has not undergone any modifications since its completion, and there are no associated structures or outlet gates. The dam's location on the TR-Big Sandy Creek provides essential water resources for the surrounding area, highlighting the significance of maintaining and monitoring its structural integrity for long-term sustainability.
In conclusion, the Hipke Storage Reservoir Dam serves as a vital component of the local irrigation system in Nebraska, contributing to water storage and management efforts in the region. As a privately owned structure, it is subject to state regulations and inspections to ensure its safe operation. With a focus on irrigation, the dam's condition assessment and risk management measures play a crucial role in safeguarding its functionality and preventing potential hazards. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the role this dam plays in sustainable water management practices and the need for ongoing maintenance and monitoring to protect this valuable resource.
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 Hipke Storage Reservoir Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Niobrara River At Mariaville | 883 cfs | → |
| Long Pine Creek Near Riverview | 178 cfs | → |
| Platte Creek Near Platte | 0 cfs | → |
| Niobrara River Nr. Verdel | 2,120 cfs | → |
| Ponca Creek At Verdel | 18 cfs | → |
| Keya Paha R At Wewela Sd | 63 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Hipke Storage Reservoir Dam.
Boat launches
- Hull Lake Wma
- Gregory County
- 376th Avenue Charles Mix County
- North Wheeler Road Charles Mix County
- 293rd Street Charles Mix County
Track Hipke Storage Reservoir Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Hipke Storage Reservoir Dam
Where does the data for Hipke Storage Reservoir Dam 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 Hipke Storage Reservoir Dam.