Wilson Creek 8-12 is a vital water resource located in Otoe, Nebraska, designed by the USDA NRCS and managed by the local government.
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Humidity
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.
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 |
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|
22600cfs |
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|
20cfs |
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|
1350cfs |
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|
82cfs |
Platte R At Louisville Ne
|
5530cfs |
West Nishnabotna River At Randolph
|
504cfs |
| 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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