Dry Creek 8-C Reservoir Report
Nearby: Dry Creek 8-B Dry Creek 8-A
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Dry Creek 8-C is a crucial flood risk reduction structure located in Red Willow, Nebraska, designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the NE DNR.
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Summary
Completed in 1959, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet, with a hydraulic height of 23 feet and a structural height of 31 feet. It serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction and has a normal storage capacity of 10 acre-feet, providing protection for the surrounding area against potential flooding events.
This dam has a low hazard potential and is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in May 2019. With a drainage area of 2.8 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 2050 cubic feet per second, Dry Creek 8-C plays a crucial role in managing water flow and ensuring the safety of the local community. The structure is inspected every 5 years to ensure its continued effectiveness in flood risk reduction, highlighting its importance in water resource management in the region.
Owned by the local government and situated along the TR-Republican River, Dry Creek 8-C is an essential piece of infrastructure in the area. With its stone core and soil foundation, this dam serves as a key component in the overall water management system, providing both flood protection and water storage capabilities for the community. As climate change continues to impact water resources, structures like Dry Creek 8-C will be vital in mitigating the effects of extreme weather events and ensuring the resilience of the local ecosystem.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
429 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-REPUBLICAN RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
2.8 |
Nid Storage |
341 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
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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.
Dry Creek 8-C