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FOX DAM

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Soil Dam Tr-White River
May 5, 2025


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Fox Dam in Dawes, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS to serve as a flood risk reduction measure along the TR-White River. Completed in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 20.5 feet and has a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet. With a normal storage of 21 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.64 square miles, Fox Dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region.

Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Fox Dam is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Despite being classified as having low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the dam undergoes regular inspections every five years to monitor its performance. The last inspection in September 2018 confirmed its operational readiness and highlighted its importance in flood risk management for the surrounding area.

Located within the Omaha District, Fox Dam is a vital piece of infrastructure for the local community and aligns with its primary purpose of flood risk reduction. With a strategic design by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this earth dam continues to serve as a reliable resource for water management and climate resilience in Dawes, Nebraska.

Year_Completed 1960
Dam_Height 20.5
River_Or_Stream TR-WHITE RIVER
Dam_Length 436
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 5
Hydraulic_Height 20.5
Drainage_Area 0.64
Nid_Storage 55
Structural_Height 20.5
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 21
       

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