Wilson Creek 2-Y, located in Otoe County, Nebraska, is a local government-owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS that serves primarily for flood risk reduction along the TR-N FK Little Nemaha River.
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Completed in 1969, this dam stands at a height of 39 feet with a hydraulic height of 36 feet and a structural height of 40 feet. With a storage capacity of 423 acre-feet and a normal storage of 73 acre-feet, Wilson Creek 2-Y covers a surface area of 10 acres and has a drainage area of 1.1 square miles.
Despite its importance in flood risk reduction, Wilson Creek 2-Y is currently assessed to be in poor condition as of the last inspection in May 2016, with a low hazard potential. The dam has a history of being state-regulated and permitted by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, with inspections and enforcement also carried out by state agencies. With a history of modifications and regular inspections, Wilson Creek 2-Y remains a crucial infrastructure for managing water resources and climate-related risks in the region, highlighting the importance of ongoing maintenance and improvements to ensure its effectiveness in mitigating flood hazards.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
839 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
TR-N FK LITTLE NEMAHA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
36 |
Drainage Area |
1.1 |
Nid Storage |
423 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
40 |
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20cfs |
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22500cfs |
Platte R At Louisville Ne
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5580cfs |
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|
1350cfs |
Little Nemaha River At Auburn
|
82cfs |
West Nishnabotna River At Randolph
|
532cfs |
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Camp Woodmen
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Riverview Marina State Rec Area
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Victorian Acres Campground
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