Road Dam Rs-17-1(103) dam
Road Dam Rs-17-1(103)
Road Dam Rs-17-1(103) in Hitchcock County, Nebraska, stands as a vital piece of infrastructure managed by the state, specifically the NE DNR. Completed in 1981, this earth dam serves multiple purposes, including flood risk reduction, and has a height of 40 feet with a storage capacity of 296 acre-feet. Situated along the TR-Republican River, this dam plays a crucial role in regulating water flow and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of June 2018, Road Dam Rs-17-1(103) is a reliable structure that undergoes regular inspections every five years. The dam's design features stone core and soil foundation, contributing to its stability and longevity. Despite its age, the dam continues to meet regulatory standards and fulfill its intended functions effectively, showcasing the importance of proper maintenance and oversight in water resource management.
Managed by the state and located in a strategic position within the river system, Road Dam Rs-17-1(103) exemplifies the intersection of engineering, environmental protection, and climate resilience. With its efficient design and satisfactory condition, this dam serves as a testament to effective water infrastructure management in mitigating flood risks and ensuring the safety of communities downstream. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the significance of structures like Road Dam Rs-17-1(103) is essential in appreciating the interconnectedness of water management and environmental sustainability.
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 Road Dam Rs-17-1(103) -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Frenchman Creek At Culbertson | 23 cfs | → |
| Driftwood Creek Near Mc Cook | 0 cfs | → |
| Republican River At Mccook Nebr | 29 cfs | → |
| Red Willow Creek Near Red Willow | 4 cfs | → |
| Beaver C At Cedar Bluffs | · | → |
| Frenchman Creek At Palisade | 13 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Road Dam Rs-17-1(103).
Track Road Dam Rs-17-1(103) in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Road Dam Rs-17-1(103)
Where does the data for Road Dam Rs-17-1(103) 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 Road Dam Rs-17-1(103).