Indian Creek 6-D Reservoir Report
Nearby: Indian Creek 6-C Indian Creek 6-B
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Indian Creek 6-D is a key flood risk reduction structure located in Gage, Nebraska.
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Summary
Built in 1956 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet and has a structural height of 30 feet, providing crucial protection for the surrounding area. With a storage capacity of 1106 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 4068 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a vital role in managing water flow and mitigating flood risks in the region.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Indian Creek 6-D is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. Despite its poor condition assessment, the dam has a low hazard potential and is monitored regularly to address any maintenance or safety concerns. With a drainage area of 2.8 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 11 acre-feet, this dam serves as a critical infrastructure for local water resource management in the area.
The presence of Indian Creek 6-D highlights the importance of sustainable water resource and climate management in Nebraska. As a key flood risk reduction structure with a history of serving the community for over six decades, this dam stands as a testament to the ongoing efforts to protect and preserve the region's water resources. With continued state oversight and maintenance, Indian Creek 6-D remains a vital component of the local water infrastructure, ensuring the safety and well-being of the surrounding communities in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
767 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-INDIAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
2.8 |
Nid Storage |
1106 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
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