Spring Creek 9-6 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Spring Creek 9-A 641 Spring Creek 9-4
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Spring Creek 9-6, located in Johnson County, Nebraska, is a crucial earth dam designed by USDA NRCS in 1973 for flood risk reduction and other purposes.
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Summary
Managed by the local government with oversight from the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, this dam stands at 33 feet high and spans 652 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 68 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, Spring Creek 9-6 plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
The dam's primary source agency is Nebraska, and it falls under the jurisdiction of the Kansas City District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. With a drainage area of 0.4 square miles and a maximum discharge of 69 cubic feet per second, Spring Creek 9-6 serves as a key infrastructure for managing water resources in the region. Despite its low hazard potential, regular inspections and maintenance are conducted to ensure its continued effectiveness in mitigating flood risks and protecting the community.
As a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts, Spring Creek 9-6 exemplifies the importance of resilient infrastructure in safeguarding against natural disasters. With its strategic location, design, and regulatory oversight, this dam stands as a testament to proactive flood risk reduction efforts in Nebraska. The collaboration between local government, federal agencies, and designers like USDA NRCS underscores the critical role of multi-stakeholder partnerships in building a more sustainable and resilient water infrastructure for the future.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
652 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SPRING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Drainage Area |
0.4 |
Nid Storage |
68 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
36 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Nemaha River At Auburn
|
82cfs |
North Fork Big Nemaha River At Humboldt
|
67cfs |
Missouri River At Nebraska City
|
22500cfs |
Turkey C Nr Seneca
|
15cfs |
Weeping Water Creek At Union
|
20cfs |
Nishnabotna River Above Hamburg
|
1350cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Spring Creek 9-6