Spring Creek 9-A 301 dam
Spring Creek 9-A 301
Spring Creek 9-A 301 is a vital flood risk reduction infrastructure located in Dawson, Nebraska. This earth dam, constructed in 1970 by the USDA NRCS, stands at a height of 29 feet and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-SPRING (STREVER) CREEK. With a storage capacity of 382 acre-feet and a drainage area of 1.4 square miles, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the NE DNR, Spring Creek 9-A 301 has a low hazard potential and is in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in October 2017. The dam has a structural height of 30 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 1250 cubic feet per second. With a history of regular inspections and maintenance, this infrastructure is well-prepared to handle any emergency situations. Its location in Lexington, Nebraska, and its close association with the Kansas City District of the USACE highlight its importance in regional water resource management.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the importance of Spring Creek 9-A 301 in mitigating flood risks and safeguarding the local community. With its earth dam structure, efficient drainage system, and satisfactory condition, this infrastructure stands as a testament to effective water management practices. Its association with the USDA NRCS and the NE DNR underscores the collaborative efforts involved in ensuring the safety and resilience of water resources in Nebraska. As a key component of the region's flood risk reduction strategy, Spring Creek 9-A 301 serves as a model for sustainable water infrastructure development and management.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Spring Creek 9-A 301 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Spring Creek Nr Overton | 4 cfs | → |
| Buffalo Creek Nr Overton Nebr | 24 cfs | → |
| Platte River Near Overton | 82 cfs | → |
| Elm Creek Nr Elm Creek | 7 cfs | → |
| Platte R Mid Ch | 76 cfs | → |
| South Platte River At North Platte | 1,290 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Spring Creek 9-A 301.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
- Muny Park
- Lafayette Park
- Lexington City Park
- Gallagher Canyon State Rec Area - Cozad
- Pressey State Wildlife Area
- Morgan Municipal Park
Track Spring Creek 9-A 301 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Spring Creek 9-A 301
Where does the data for Spring Creek 9-A 301 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Spring Creek 9-A 301.