Ziegler Creek Z-15 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ziegler Creek Z-17 Ziegler Creek Z-1
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ziegler Creek Z-15 is a vital water resource structure located in Otoe County, Nebraska.
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Summary
Constructed in 1969 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 34 feet and serves multiple purposes including flood risk reduction. With a storage capacity of 1527 acre-feet and a drainage area of 5 square miles, this structure plays a crucial role in managing water levels and protecting the surrounding area from potential hazards.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Ziegler Creek Z-15 is subject to regular inspections and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam is considered to be in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in 2016. The dam's design features stone core types and soil foundations, with a spillway width and other specific details not explicitly mentioned in the data provided.
Situated along Ziegler Creek in Syracuse, Nebraska, this dam is a testament to effective water resource management and infrastructure development in the region. With its modest surface area of 28 acres and maximum discharge capacity of 2093 cubic feet per second, Ziegler Creek Z-15 stands as a reliable safeguard against potential flooding events and contributes to the overall resilience of the local community and ecosystem.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
1430 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
ZIEGLER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
28 |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Drainage Area |
5 |
Nid Storage |
1527 |
Structural Height |
38 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
38 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Weeping Water Creek At Union
|
20cfs |
Missouri River At Nebraska City
|
24100cfs |
Salt Creek At Roca
|
5cfs |
Stevens Creek Nr. Lincoln
|
3cfs |
Salt Creek At Greenwood
|
125cfs |
Salt Creek At 70th St. At Lincoln
|
92cfs |
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.
Ziegler Creek Z-15