North Oak Creek 5-X Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
North Oak Creek 5-X is a vital earth dam located in Butler, Nebraska, designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1983.
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Summary
This dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the North Oak Creek, with a hydraulic height of 47 feet and a structural height of 53 feet. With a NID storage capacity of 781 acre-feet and a drainage area of 2.7 square miles, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, North Oak Creek 5-X is in satisfactory condition with a low hazard potential. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 211 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 2032 cubic feet per second. Despite its importance in flood risk reduction, the dam has not undergone recent modifications and lacks certain emergency preparedness measures like an updated EAP and inundation maps. With its critical role in water resource management, it is essential to ensure the ongoing safety and effectiveness of North Oak Creek 5-X for the surrounding community and environment.
Located in the Kansas City District and situated in a strategic position within the watershed, North Oak Creek 5-X stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between federal and local agencies in safeguarding water resources and mitigating flood risks in the region. As climate change continues to impact precipitation patterns and water availability, the proper maintenance and monitoring of infrastructure like North Oak Creek 5-X are crucial for adapting to evolving climate conditions and ensuring the resilience of the community against water-related challenges.
Year Completed |
1983 |
Dam Length |
1227 |
Dam Height |
47 |
River Or Stream |
NORTH OAK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Hydraulic Height |
47 |
Drainage Area |
2.7 |
Nid Storage |
781 |
Structural Height |
53 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
53 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Platte River At North Bend
|
4920cfs |
Wahoo Creek At Ithaca
|
53cfs |
Rock Creek Near Ceresco
|
14cfs |
Little Salt Creek Near Lincoln
|
3cfs |
Oak Creek At Air Park Rd At Lincoln
|
15cfs |
Salt Creek At 70th St. At Lincoln
|
98cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
North Oak Creek 5-X
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