Big Indian Creek 7-A is a local government-owned structure located in ODELL, Jefferson County, Nebraska, designed by USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Completed in 1968, this earth dam stands at a height of 42 feet and has a storage capacity of 2362 acre-feet, serving to protect the surrounding area from potential flooding events. Situated on SPRING CREEK, the dam has a drainage area of 7.1 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 2883 cubic feet per second.
With a satisfactory condition assessment as of June 2016, Big Indian Creek 7-A has a low hazard potential and is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources. This structure plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region, ensuring the safety and security of the local community. As part of the flood risk reduction infrastructure, the dam serves as a vital component in the overall water resource management strategy for the area, contributing to the resilience of the ecosystem and the protection of valuable assets in the watershed.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
1335 |
Dam Height |
42 |
River Or Stream |
SPRING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
43 |
Hydraulic Height |
42 |
Drainage Area |
7.1 |
Nid Storage |
2362 |
Structural Height |
43 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
43 |
Little Blue R At Hollenberg
|
70cfs |
Little Blue River Near Fairbury
|
230cfs |
Big Blue R At Barneston Nebr
|
131cfs |
Turkey Creek Near De Witt
|
10cfs |
Mill C At Washington
|
8cfs |
Big Blue R At Marysville
|
147cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Diller City Park
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Rock Creek Station State Rec Area
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Leisure Lake WMA
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Big Indian NRD Rec Area
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