Indian Creek 16-A Reservoir Report
Nearby: Indian Creek 16-1 Indian Creek 7-A
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Indian Creek 16-A is a local government-owned dam in Gage, Nebraska, designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the NE DNR.
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Summary
Completed in 1954, the dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction along the TR-Possum Creek. With a dam height of 26 feet and a hydraulic height of 23 feet, it provides a normal storage capacity of 21 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 490 acre-feet. The dam covers a surface area of 7 acres and has a drainage area of 0.7 square miles, with a maximum discharge capacity of 2000 cubic feet per second.
Located in the city of Beatrice, Indian Creek 16-A has a low hazard potential and is in fair condition as of the last assessment in June 2020. The dam is inspected every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and effectiveness in flood risk management. While there are no associated structures or emergency action plans reported for the dam, its operation and maintenance are handled by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. With its vital role in mitigating flood risks in the area, Indian Creek 16-A stands as a key infrastructure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and support in Nebraska's water management efforts.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
810 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-POSSUM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
0.7 |
Nid Storage |
490 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
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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.
Indian Creek 16-A