Brownell Creek 1-1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Brownell Creek 1-A Brownell Creek 1-4
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Brownell Creek 1-1 is a dam located in Otoe, Nebraska, designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1958.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at 30 feet tall with a length of 586 feet, providing flood risk reduction and other purposes for the local community. With a storage capacity of 68 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.4 square miles, this dam plays a critical role in managing water resources in the area.
Situated in Talmage, Nebraska, Brownell Creek 1-1 is regulated by the NE DNR and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam is deemed to be in fair condition as of the last assessment in June 2020. With a maximum discharge capacity of 1176 cubic feet per second, this dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water management in the region, contributing to the overall resilience of the community against potential flooding events.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Brownell Creek 1-1 stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Nebraska. With its strategic location along the TR-Brownell Creek, this dam not only provides flood risk reduction but also serves other essential purposes for the surrounding areas. As climate change continues to pose challenges to water resources, structures like Brownell Creek 1-1 play a crucial role in safeguarding communities and ecosystems against the impacts of extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
586 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BROWNELL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Drainage Area |
0.4 |
Nid Storage |
68 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Weeping Water Creek At Union
|
20cfs |
Missouri River At Nebraska City
|
22500cfs |
Platte R At Louisville Ne
|
5580cfs |
Little Nemaha River At Auburn
|
82cfs |
Nishnabotna River Above Hamburg
|
1350cfs |
Salt Creek At Greenwood
|
125cfs |
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.
Brownell Creek 1-1