Mud Creek 4-E is a local government-owned earth dam located in Gage County, Nebraska, along the Bloody Run stream.
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Built in 1960 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 25 feet with a structural height of 29 feet and a length of 975 feet. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving to protect the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
With a storage capacity of 750 acre-feet and a drainage area of 1.8 square miles, Mud Creek 4-E plays a crucial role in managing water levels and mitigating flood risks in the region. Despite being rated as having a significant hazard potential and fair condition, the dam is regularly inspected by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources to ensure its structural integrity and effectiveness in flood control.
As part of the Omaha District, Mud Creek 4-E is subject to state regulations and inspections, with the NE DNR overseeing its permitting, enforcement, and regulatory compliance. The dam's last inspection in October 2020 found it to be in fair condition, highlighting the importance of ongoing maintenance and monitoring to ensure its continued effectiveness in protecting the local community from potential flooding events.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
975 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
BLOODY RUN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
1.8 |
Nid Storage |
750 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
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131cfs |
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10cfs |
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147cfs |
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5cfs |
Turkey C Nr Seneca
|
15cfs |
Little Blue R At Hollenberg
|
70cfs |
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