Upper Salt Creek 9-A is a local government-owned earth dam in Lancaster, Nebraska, designed by USDA NRCS and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources. Completed in 1960, this dam stands at a height of 27 feet, with a hydraulic height of 26 feet and a structural height of 31 feet. It serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-E BR Salt Creek, with a storage capacity of 198 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.4 square miles.

Despite its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment as of June 2016, Upper Salt Creek 9-A undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its continued safety and effectiveness in flood control. The dam's normal storage capacity is 34 acre-feet, with a surface area of 8 acres and a maximum discharge rate of 1328 cubic feet per second. Located in the city of Hickman, this vital infrastructure plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks and protecting the surrounding community from potential water-related disasters.

Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Upper Salt Creek 9-A is a key component of the flood risk reduction strategy in the area, supported by state permitting, inspection, and enforcement measures. With its stone core and soil foundation, this earth dam exemplifies the collaborative efforts between local government and federal agencies to safeguard water resources and enhance climate resilience in Nebraska.