Chapek Dam, located in Saunders County, Nebraska, serves as a vital structure for flood risk reduction and other purposes.
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Built in 1967 by the USDA NRCS, this private-owned Earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet with a length of 525 feet. It holds a storage capacity of 69 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 11 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 4 acres and draining an area of 0.5 square miles.
Managed and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Chapek Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently not rated for its condition assessment. Its last inspection in May 2020 reaffirmed its structural integrity, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. Despite not having an Emergency Action Plan prepared, the dam meets the necessary guidelines for safety and risk management measures.
Chapek Dam's location near TR-Cottonwood Creek in Wahoo, Nebraska, contributes to the overall water resource management in the region. With its strategic design and construction by the NRCS, this dam stands as a testament to effective flood control and water conservation efforts in the area.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
525 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
TR-COTTONWOOD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Drainage Area |
0.5 |
Nid Storage |
69 |
Structural Height |
14 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
14 |
Wahoo Creek At Ithaca
|
53cfs |
Platte River Nr Leshara
|
5270cfs |
Rock Creek Near Ceresco
|
14cfs |
Platte River At North Bend
|
4920cfs |
Wahoo Cr At Ashland
|
78cfs |
Elkhorn River At Waterloo
|
1120cfs |