Ziegler Creek Z-17 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ziegler Creek Z-15 Ziegler Creek Z-16
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ziegler Creek Z-17, located in Syracuse, Nebraska, is a vital water resource managed by the local government with oversight from the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources.
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Summary
This earth dam, constructed in 1970 by the USDA NRCS, serves multiple purposes including flood risk reduction. Standing at a height of 40 feet and with a length of 1047 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 598 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 8 acres, protecting a drainage area of 1.6 square miles.
Despite its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, Ziegler Creek Z-17 is regularly inspected every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. The dam has a hydraulic height of 36 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 2282 cubic feet per second. With its strategic location on Ziegler Creek, this structure plays a crucial role in managing water flow and mitigating potential flood risks in the area. Climate and water resource enthusiasts would find Ziegler Creek Z-17 an intriguing example of infrastructure designed to balance water management needs with environmental considerations.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
1047 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
ZIEGLER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
36 |
Drainage Area |
1.6 |
Nid Storage |
598 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
40 |
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 |
Platte R At Louisville Ne
|
4630cfs |
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-17