Upper Salt Creek 5-9 is a dam located in Lancaster, Nebraska, that serves as a vital component in flood risk reduction for the area.
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Constructed in 1958 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth type dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 68 acre-feet. The dam is designed to manage the flow of TR-SPRING BR SALT CREEK, with a drainage area of 0.3 square miles and a maximum discharge of 100 cubic feet per second.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Upper Salt Creek 5-9 has been deemed to have a low hazard potential and is in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in 2016. With a structural height of 23 feet and a hydraulic height of 19 feet, the dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. Its primary purpose, in addition to flood risk reduction, includes other water resource management activities.
Overall, Upper Salt Creek 5-9 stands as a testament to the importance of proper water resource infrastructure in mitigating the impacts of climate change. With its efficient design and satisfactory condition, this dam continues to serve the community of SPRAGUE, Nebraska, providing essential protection and water management capabilities for the region.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SPRING BR SALT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Drainage Area |
0.3 |
Nid Storage |
68 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
23 |