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.
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.
Wind
Humidity
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
|
96cfs |
Little Blue River Near Fairbury
|
74cfs |
Big Blue R At Barneston Nebr
|
165cfs |
Turkey Creek Near De Witt
|
9cfs |
Mill C At Washington
|
9cfs |
Big Blue R At Marysville
|
182cfs |
| 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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