Keller Dam 2739 dam
Keller Dam 2739
Keller Dam 2739, located in Keya Paha, Nebraska, serves as a vital irrigation structure along Lute Creek. Completed in 2003, this earth dam stands at a height of 23.7 feet and has a storage capacity of 563.2 acre-feet, providing essential water resources for agricultural purposes in the region. Despite its significant role in supporting the local farming community, the dam's current condition is assessed as poor, indicating the need for maintenance and upgrades to ensure its long-term functionality.
Managed by a private entity, Keller Dam 2739 falls under the jurisdiction of the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, with state regulations in place for permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam is classified as having low hazard potential, but its condition assessment highlights the importance of timely upkeep to mitigate any potential risks. With a drainage area of 17.34 square miles and a maximum discharge of 1052 cubic feet per second, this structure plays a crucial role in water management and conservation efforts in the area.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to monitor and support the maintenance and improvement of infrastructure like Keller Dam 2739 to ensure sustainable water usage and environmental protection. By staying informed about the state of dams and their impact on local communities, we can advocate for responsible management practices and contribute to the preservation of water resources for future generations.
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 Keller Dam 2739 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Keya Paha R At Wewela Sd | 57 cfs | → |
| Niobrara River At Mariaville | 1,700 cfs | → |
| Long Pine Creek Near Riverview | 208 cfs | → |
| Keya Paha R Near Keyapaha Sd | 22 cfs | → |
| Platte Creek Near Platte | 0 cfs | → |
| Niobrara River Near Sparks | 641 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Keller Dam 2739.
Track Keller Dam 2739 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 Keller Dam 2739
Where does the data for Keller Dam 2739 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 Keller Dam 2739.