Located in Gage County, Nebraska, Cub Creek G-20 is a local government-owned dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1973.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 22 feet and has a structural height of 23 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 88 acre-feet and a normal storage of 15 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 0.5 square miles and a surface area of 5 acres, the dam serves purposes such as flood risk reduction and other water resource management activities.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources (NE DNR), Cub Creek G-20 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its structural integrity and compliance with safety standards. The dam has a low hazard potential and is considered to be in satisfactory condition based on its last inspection in April 2020. It has an inspection frequency of 5 years, with emergency action plans and risk assessments being part of its management protocols.
Located in the vicinity of the TR-Cub Creek, Cub Creek G-20 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area. With its efficient design and satisfactory condition, the dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management practices and highlights the importance of regulatory oversight in ensuring the safety and sustainability of our water infrastructure in the face of climate challenges.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
445 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CUB CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
0.5 |
Nid Storage |
88 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
23 |
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