Brownell Creek 12-A is a local government-owned earth dam located in Otoe, Nebraska, designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources.
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Completed in 1959, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Brownell Creek, with a height of 33 feet and a length of 587 feet. With a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet, it covers a surface area of 7 acres and has a drainage area of 0.9 square miles.
Despite its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, Brownell Creek 12-A is inspected every five years to ensure its structural integrity and effectiveness in flood control. The dam's design features a stone core and soil foundation, with a hydraulic height of 31 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 0 cubic feet per second. Situated in a rural area with minimal associated structures, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks and protecting the surrounding community from potential water-related disasters.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
587 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BROWNELL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Drainage Area |
0.9 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
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