Borg Rieschick Dam dam
Borg Rieschick Dam
Located in Richardson County, Nebraska, the Borg Rieschick Dam is a privately owned structure designed by USDA NRCS and regulated by the NE DNR. Completed in 1999, this earth dam stands at a height of 23 feet and a length of 625 feet, serving as a key component for flood risk reduction in the area. With a maximum storage capacity of 127 acre-feet and a normal storage of 20 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
The dam, situated on the TR-BIG NEMAHA RIVER, has a low hazard potential and was last inspected in May 2016, with a satisfactory condition assessment. This structure, primarily funded and designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, has a hydraulic height of 21 feet and a structural height of 24 feet. With its core made of stone and resting on a soil foundation, the Borg Rieschick Dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events, showcasing the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate patterns.
As a part of the flood risk reduction system in Richardson County, the Borg Rieschick Dam serves as a critical infrastructure for water management in the region. With its location in Falls City and a drainage area of 0.8 square miles, this dam not only provides flood protection but also contributes to the overall environmental resilience of the area. With its satisfactory condition and low hazard potential, the dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate adaptation efforts in Nebraska.
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 Borg Rieschick Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Big Nemaha River At Falls City | 2,530 cfs | → |
| Missouri River At Rulo | 43,900 cfs | → |
| North Fork Big Nemaha River At Humboldt | 1,610 cfs | → |
| Tarkio River At Fairfax Mo | 1,100 cfs | → |
| Little Nemaha River At Auburn | 1,100 cfs | → |
| Turkey C Nr Seneca | 242 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Borg Rieschick Dam.
Track Borg Rieschick Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Borg Rieschick Dam
Where does the data for Borg Rieschick 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 Borg Rieschick Dam.