Wilson Creek 2-14 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Wilson Creek 12-3 Wilson Creek 2-S
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Located in Otoe County, Nebraska, Wilson Creek 2-14 is a local government-owned dam designed by USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the TR-N FK LITTLE NEMAHA RIVER.
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Summary
Completed in 1963, this earth dam stands at 24 feet high and spans 545 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 355 cubic feet per second. While its hazard potential is rated as low and its condition assessed as fair, Wilson Creek 2-14 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the NE DNR, ensuring its structural integrity and safety.
The dam's primary purpose, aside from flood risk reduction, is categorized as "other," possibly indicating additional benefits such as water resource management or environmental conservation. Its foundations consist of soil, with core types including buttress and stone. Despite its relatively small surface area of 3 acres and drainage area of 0.5 square miles, Wilson Creek 2-14 plays a crucial role in managing water flow and mitigating potential risks for the surrounding community. With regular inspections every five years and a last assessment date in June 2016, the dam is monitored closely to uphold its operational effectiveness and public safety standards.
Overall, Wilson Creek 2-14 serves as a vital infrastructure piece in the water resource management system of Nebraska, contributing to flood control and other essential purposes. As part of the state-regulated network of dams, it exemplifies the collaborative efforts between local government, federal agencies like the USDA NRCS, and state authorities such as the NE DNR to safeguard communities and enhance the resilience of water resources in the region. With its low hazard potential and fair condition, Wilson Creek 2-14 stands as a testament to effective dam engineering and management practices in the face of climate challenges and water resource sustainability concerns.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
545 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-N FK LITTLE NEMAHA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
0.5 |
Nid Storage |
70 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Weeping Water Creek At Union
|
20cfs |
Missouri River At Nebraska City
|
22500cfs |
Platte R At Louisville Ne
|
5580cfs |
Salt Creek At Greenwood
|
125cfs |
Platte R Nr Ashland
|
6290cfs |
Wahoo Cr At Ashland
|
78cfs |
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.
Wilson Creek 2-14