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Weber Dam 1, located in Saline County, Nebraska, is a private dam designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources. Completed in 1971, this earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet with a hydraulic height of 12 feet, serving primarily for flood risk reduction along the Johnson Creek. The dam has a storage capacity of 78 acre-feet, with a normal storage of 23 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 104 cubic feet per second.
With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of May 2017, Weber Dam 1 is a crucial infrastructure for managing water resources in the region. The dam spans 420 feet in length and covers a surface area of 5 acres, providing essential protection to the surrounding area. Although the dam has not been modified in recent years, it undergoes regular inspections every five years to ensure its ongoing effectiveness in flood control and water management. While it doesn't have a spillway or outlet gates, Weber Dam 1 plays a vital role in safeguarding the community from potential water-related risks.
Year_Completed | 1971 |
Dam_Height | 14 |
River_Or_Stream | TR-JOHNSON CREEK |
Dam_Length | 420 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 5 |
Hydraulic_Height | 12 |
Drainage_Area | 0.4 |
Nid_Storage | 78 |
Structural_Height | 14 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 14 |
REPUBLICAN R BL MILFORD DAM | 287cfs |
LYON C NR JUNCTION CITY | 17cfs |
KANSAS R AT FORT RILEY | 495cfs |
SMOKY HILL R AT ENTERPRISE | 153cfs |
MULBERRY C NR SALINA | 3cfs |
BIG BLUE R NR MANHATTAN | 212cfs |
SOLOMON R AT NILES | 55cfs |