Wilson Creek 8-H is a vital flood risk reduction structure located in Otoe, Nebraska, along the TR-N FK Little Nemaha River. Built in 1968 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 33.7 feet and has a structural height of 43.2 feet, with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction. With a storage capacity of 697.4 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 108 acre-feet, Wilson Creek 8-H covers a surface area of 21 acres and serves a drainage area of 1.16 square miles.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the NE DNR, Wilson Creek 8-H has a high hazard potential but is currently in satisfactory condition. Inspected annually, the dam has a satisfactory condition assessment as of March 2020. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, it is equipped to handle a maximum discharge of 3,601 cubic feet per second, ensuring the safety of surrounding areas in the event of heavy rainfall or flooding. With a solid foundation in soil and core made of stone, Wilson Creek 8-H exemplifies the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience in Nebraska.