Buckley Creek 3-C is a vital earth dam located in Endicott, Nebraska, designed by the USDA NRCS to serve as a flood risk reduction measure. Completed in 1966, this dam stands at a height of 35 feet, with a structural height of 41 feet and a length of 1145 feet. It has a storage capacity of 1076 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 28 acres, serving a drainage area of 2.9 square miles.

Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Buckley Creek 3-C is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. The dam is in satisfactory condition and has a significant hazard potential, requiring regular inspections every three years. With a maximum discharge capacity of 4213 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential flood events.

Situated in Jefferson County, Nebraska, Buckley Creek 3-C is a key infrastructure for flood risk management in the region, contributing to the overall water resource management efforts. As climate change continues to pose challenges in terms of extreme weather events, the importance of such structures in protecting communities and ecosystems from flood risks cannot be overstated.