Wilson Creek 5-F is a local government-owned earth dam located in Lorton, Nebraska, designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Completed in 1970, this dam stands at a height of 35 feet and has a hydraulic height of 34 feet, with a length of 833 feet and a storage capacity of 641 acre-feet. Situated on TR-FOX CREEK, it serves to protect the surrounding area from potential flooding events with a low hazard potential rating.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Wilson Creek 5-F is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. While its condition is currently not rated, the dam has not undergone any modifications since its last inspection in June 2016. With a drainage area of 1.8 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 1466 cubic feet per second, this structure plays a critical role in flood control and water resource management in Otoe County, Nebraska.
Despite its unassessed condition, Wilson Creek 5-F remains a vital component of the local flood risk reduction infrastructure, contributing to the resilience of the community against potential water-related disasters. As climate change continues to impact weather patterns and increase the frequency of extreme events, the importance of maintaining and monitoring such structures for effective water resource management becomes increasingly clear.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
833 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
TR-FOX CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23 |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Drainage Area |
1.8 |
Nid Storage |
641 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
35 |
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