Snyder Dam 8593 dam
Snyder Dam 8593
Snyder Dam 8593, located in Fairbury, Nebraska, is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1980 for flood risk reduction purposes along the TR-Brawner Creek. With a structural height of 24.3 feet and a storage capacity of 70.7 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2017 indicated poor structural health, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its continued effectiveness.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Snyder Dam 8593 is subject to state regulations and inspections to uphold safety standards and mitigate any potential risks. While the dam's primary purpose extends beyond flood control to other aspects, such as water storage, its operational efficiency and structural integrity remain key priorities for the authorities. The dam's geographical location in Jefferson County, Nebraska, and proximity to the Omaha District underscore its significance in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, staying informed about the condition and management of critical infrastructure like Snyder Dam 8593 is essential for understanding the broader implications of climate change and water management challenges. With a focus on maintaining and enhancing the dam's functionality, stakeholders can work together to ensure the long-term sustainability of water resources in the area while adapting to evolving climate patterns and increasing resilience to natural disasters.
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 Snyder Dam 8593 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little Blue River Near Fairbury | 213 cfs | → |
| Little Blue R At Hollenberg | 298 cfs | → |
| Turkey Creek Near De Witt | 105 cfs | → |
| Mill C At Washington | 43 cfs | → |
| L Blue R Nr Barnes | 479 cfs | → |
| Big Blue R At Barneston Nebr | 1,180 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Snyder Dam 8593.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
- Crystal Springs Lake
- Rock Creek Station State Rec Area
- Buckley Creek
- Leisure Lake Wma
- Diller City Park
- Riverside Park - Beatrice
Fishing spots
Track Snyder Dam 8593 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 Snyder Dam 8593
Where does the data for Snyder Dam 8593 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 Snyder Dam 8593.