Mud Creek 2-H Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mud Creek 2-F Mud Creek 5-1
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Mud Creek 2-H is a crucial piece of infrastructure in Nebraska, specifically located in Gage County.
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Summary
This earth dam, standing at a height of 24.5 feet, was completed in 1962 with the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Mud Creek stream. Managed by the local government and designed by the USDA NRCS, this dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from potential water-related disasters.
With a normal storage capacity of 87.4 acre-feet and a drainage area of 1.82 square miles, Mud Creek 2-H has a low hazard potential and is currently in satisfactory condition as of its last inspection in April 2016. The dam's structure, primarily made of stone core and soil foundation, has a maximum discharge capability of 437 cubic feet per second. While there are no associated structures or federal agency involvements, the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources oversees the regulatory aspects of this dam, ensuring its proper maintenance and operation for the community's safety.
Overall, Mud Creek 2-H stands as a significant asset in the region's water resource management, providing essential flood protection and peace of mind to residents in Gage County. The dam's strategic location and design, combined with regular inspections and state enforcement, highlight its critical role in mitigating potential risks and maintaining the area's environmental resilience in the face of climate variability and water-related challenges.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
968 |
Dam Height |
24.5 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MUD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
21.2 |
Drainage Area |
1.82 |
Nid Storage |
891.2 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Blue R At Barneston Nebr
|
131cfs |
Turkey Creek Near De Witt
|
10cfs |
North Fork Big Nemaha River At Humboldt
|
67cfs |
Salt Creek At Roca
|
5cfs |
Turkey C Nr Seneca
|
15cfs |
Big Blue R At Marysville
|
147cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Mud Creek 2-H
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