Upper Salt Creek 22-A is a flood risk reduction dam located in Lancaster, Nebraska, along the Olive Branch of Salt Creek.
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Built in 1963 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 38 feet and has a storage capacity of 680 acre-feet, serving a drainage area of 2.1 square miles. With a structural height of 43 feet and a hydraulic height of 36 feet, the dam's primary purpose is to mitigate flooding in the area, with a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of August 2016.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Upper Salt Creek 22-A is regularly inspected every five years to ensure its continued functionality. The dam's spillway type, width, and other specific details are not provided in the data, but its location in the city of Kramer and its association with the Kansas City District of the US Army Corps of Engineers add to its significance. Despite its age, the dam remains a vital infrastructure for protecting the surrounding community from potential flood events, showcasing the importance of proper water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
920 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
OLIVE BR SALT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
29 |
Hydraulic Height |
36 |
Drainage Area |
2.1 |
Nid Storage |
680 |
Structural Height |
43 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
43 |