Brownell Creek 8-A Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Brownell Creek 8-A is a locally owned dam located in Talmage, Nebraska, along the Brownell Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1959 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and serves primarily for flood risk reduction in the area. With a storage capacity of 233 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.6 square miles, the dam helps mitigate potential flooding events in the region.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Brownell Creek 8-A is inspected every five years and has been deemed to have a low hazard potential and in satisfactory condition as of its last assessment in 2016. The dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding community from flood risks, showcasing effective collaboration between local government entities and federal agencies in ensuring water resource management and climate resilience in the area. Climate enthusiasts and water resource experts can appreciate the engineering and regulatory efforts that go into maintaining such vital infrastructure for flood control and water management in Nebraska.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
724 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
BROWNELL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
19 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
0.6 |
Nid Storage |
233 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Weeping Water Creek At Union
|
20cfs |
Missouri River At Nebraska City
|
24100cfs |
Platte R At Louisville Ne
|
4630cfs |
Salt Creek At Greenwood
|
125cfs |
Stevens Creek Nr. Lincoln
|
3cfs |
Salt Creek At Roca
|
5cfs |
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 8-A