Indian Creek 9-D Reservoir Report
Nearby: Indian Creek 9-11 Indian Creek 7-2
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Indian Creek 9-D, located in Gage, Nebraska, is a locally-owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1958 for flood risk reduction along TR-Town Creek.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 27 feet and a length of 588 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 181 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.6 square miles. Despite its poor condition assessment, the dam has a low hazard potential and is regularly inspected by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources.
Managed by the local government, Indian Creek 9-D plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region and is equipped with necessary safety measures such as spillways, although specific details on this feature are not provided in the data. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, and it operates under the jurisdiction of the NE DNR. The dam's location in a strategic position along TR-Town Creek ensures effective management of water resources and protection against potential inundation events.
With its strategic location and vital role in flood risk reduction, Indian Creek 9-D stands as a testament to effective water resource management in Nebraska. Despite its age and condition assessment, the dam continues to serve its purpose, providing valuable protection to the surrounding area. Regular inspections and enforcement by the NE DNR ensure that the dam remains operational and contributes to the overall resilience of the region against the impacts of extreme weather events and climate variability.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
588 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TOWN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
0.6 |
Nid Storage |
181 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
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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 9-D