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Wilson Creek 8-12 is a vital water resource located in Otoe, Nebraska, designed by the USDA NRCS and managed by the local government.
This earth-type dam, completed in 1968, stands at a height of 29 feet and has a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet. Serving purposes such as flood risk reduction, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding area from potential hazards.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Wilson Creek 8-12 is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment as of June 2019, the dam provides essential protection for the community. Situated along the TR-N Fork Little Nemaha River, this structure covers a drainage area of 0.3 square miles and is equipped to handle a maximum discharge of 408 cubic feet per second.
Despite its modest surface area of 3 acres, Wilson Creek 8-12 stands as a reliable safeguard against potential flooding events in the region, showcasing the importance of proper water resource management and climate adaptation strategies in safeguarding communities and ecosystems.
Missouri River At Nebraska City
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34500cfs |
Weeping Water Creek At Union
|
20cfs |
Nishnabotna River Above Hamburg
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2530cfs |
Little Nemaha River At Auburn
|
303cfs |
Platte R At Louisville Ne
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4520cfs |
West Nishnabotna River At Randolph
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1010cfs |
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-N FK LITTLE NEMAHA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
0.3 |
Nid Storage |
64 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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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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