Plum Creek 3-C Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 12, 2025

Plum Creek 3-C is a local government-owned earth dam located in Liberty, Nebraska, designed by USDA NRCS and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources.


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Summary

Completed in 1969, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Plum Creek. With a height of 30 feet and a length of 857 feet, Plum Creek 3-C has a storage capacity of 747 acre-feet and a normal storage of 161 acre-feet.

Despite its low hazard potential, Plum Creek 3-C is currently assessed as being in poor condition as of June 2020. The dam has a history of inspections every 5 years, with the last inspection conducted in June 2020. The dam's condition assessment and emergency action plan readiness are areas of concern that may require attention to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the structure in the event of a flood or other emergency situation.

Overall, Plum Creek 3-C plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the Pawnee County area of Nebraska. Its maintenance and inspection are essential to uphold its integrity and ensure its continued functionality in protecting the surrounding community from potential water-related disasters. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate management would find Plum Creek 3-C to be a significant piece of infrastructure worth monitoring and supporting for the preservation of water resources and the resilience of local communities in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1969

Dam Length

857

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

TR-PLUM CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

29

Hydraulic Height

30

Drainage Area

2

Nid Storage

747

Structural Height

33

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

33
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.