Thousand Oaks Dam, located in Sarpy, Nebraska, serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction alongside other undisclosed purposes.
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Humidity
Completed in 1963, this state-regulated dam is owned and managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Standing at a height of 49 feet with a structural height of 44 feet, the Earth-type dam spans 700 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 110 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 31 acre-feet.
Despite its low hazard potential, Thousand Oaks Dam is currently classified as being in poor condition as of the last assessment in May 2018. With an inspection frequency of 5 years, this dam is monitored for safety and regulatory compliance by the state regulatory agency. While the dam has not undergone major modifications in recent years, the enforcement, inspection, and permitting processes are managed by the Nebraska DNR to ensure the dam's integrity and functionality. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may be intrigued by the historical significance and ongoing management efforts surrounding Thousand Oaks Dam in South Bend, Nebraska, within the Platte River watershed.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
49 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PLATTE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
44 |
Drainage Area |
0.44 |
Nid Storage |
110 |
Structural Height |
44 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
49 |
Platte R Nr Ashland
|
6290cfs |
Platte R At Louisville Ne
|
12300cfs |
Wahoo Cr At Ashland
|
78cfs |
Salt Creek At Greenwood
|
125cfs |
Rock Creek Near Ceresco
|
14cfs |
Wahoo Creek At Ithaca
|
53cfs |
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Eugene T. Mahoney State Park
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Louisville Lakes State Rec Area
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Ashland RV Campground
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Linoma
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Walnut Creek - Papillion
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