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BIG INDIAN CREEK 8-F

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Soil Dam Tr-Big Indian Creek
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Big Indian Creek 8-F is a locally owned Earth dam in Diller, Nebraska, designed by the USDA NRCS with a height of 28 feet and a hydraulic height of 23 feet. Completed in 1973, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction on Big Indian Creek. With a storage capacity of 713 acre-feet and a drainage area of 1.8 square miles, it provides essential protection for the surrounding area.

This dam, managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, has a low hazard potential and is in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in June 2016. The dam's design includes stone core and soil foundation, with a length of 1126 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 1055 cubic feet per second. Despite its age, Big Indian Creek 8-F continues to play a crucial role in mitigating flood risks and protecting the community's safety and property.

Located in Jefferson County, Nebraska, this dam is part of the Omaha District and is not operated by the US Army Corps of Engineers. As a key infrastructure for flood control in the region, its presence underscores the importance of sustainable water resource management and climate resilience efforts. Big Indian Creek 8-F stands as a testament to effective collaboration between local governments, regulatory agencies, and designers in safeguarding communities against natural disasters.

Year_Completed 1973
Dam_Height 28
River_Or_Stream TR-BIG INDIAN CREEK
Dam_Length 1126
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 17
Hydraulic_Height 23
Drainage_Area 1.8
Nid_Storage 713
Structural_Height 28
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 28
       

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