Summary
Built in 1911, the earth dam stands at 13 feet high and spans 120 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 159 acre-feet. Despite its age, Beery is still in use for irrigation purposes, supporting water needs for fire protection, stock, and small fish ponds in the area.
The dam's condition assessment was deemed poor during its last inspection in August 2017, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. While it has a slide (sluice gate) outlet gate, the spillway is uncontrolled with a width of 1 foot. Despite its age and condition, Beery remains a vital water resource for the surrounding area, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring infrastructure to ensure sustainable water management in the face of changing climate conditions.
With a designated inspection frequency of 5 years, Beery is under state regulation and jurisdiction, with permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes in place. The dam is situated in a congressional district represented by Liz Cheney (R) and falls under the oversight of the Omaha District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to recognize the significance of structures like Beery in supporting local water needs and the importance of proactive maintenance and risk management to ensure their continued functionality in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1911 |
Dam Length |
120 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
BERRY SPRINGS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
28 |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Nid Storage |
159 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
13 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Beery