Wilson Creek 2-32 is a crucial infrastructure managed by the local government in Nebraska, specifically in Otoe County.
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This earth dam, designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1966, serves multiple purposes including flood risk reduction along the TR-N FK Little Nemaha River. With a structural height of 33 feet and a storage capacity of 192 acre-feet, this dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. Despite its age, Wilson Creek 2-32 is in satisfactory condition and has a low hazard potential according to the most recent inspection in May 2018.
Located in DUNBAR, Nebraska, Wilson Creek 2-32 has a drainage area of 0.8 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 1016 cubic feet per second. The dam's primary source agency is the state of Nebraska, with regulatory oversight from the NE DNR. While the dam is not owned or funded by any federal agency, it is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Overall, Wilson Creek 2-32 is a vital piece of infrastructure that effectively manages water resources in the region and contributes to the overall resilience of the local community in the face of climate variability and extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
692 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-N FK LITTLE NEMAHA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
0.8 |
Nid Storage |
192 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
33 |
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20cfs |
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|
22500cfs |
Platte R At Louisville Ne
|
5580cfs |
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|
1350cfs |
Little Nemaha River At Auburn
|
82cfs |
Salt Creek At Greenwood
|
125cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Camp Woodmen
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Riverview Marina State Rec Area
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Weeping Water
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Victorian Acres Campground
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