Big Indian Creek 12-1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Big Indian Creek 12-1 is a crucial water resource management structure located in Gage County, Nebraska.


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Summary

Owned and regulated by the local government with oversight from the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, this earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet and was completed in 1963 by the USDA NRCS. Its primary purpose includes flood risk reduction, providing essential protection for the surrounding area along with a maximum storage capacity of 436 acre-feet.

With a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, Big Indian Creek 12-1 plays a vital role in managing water resources in the region. Its location on the TR-Sicily Creek, within the Omaha District, highlights its significance in maintaining water quality and quantity for both ecological and human needs. The dam's efficient design, featuring stone core and soil foundation, ensures its structural integrity and operational functionality.

Despite its low hazard potential, regular inspections and enforcement by the state regulatory agency, NE DNR, ensure that Big Indian Creek 12-1 is well-maintained and adheres to safety standards. The dam's impressive length of 905 feet and drainage area of 1.4 square miles demonstrate its capacity to mitigate flood risks and protect the local community. Overall, this earth dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Nebraska.

Year Completed

1963

Dam Length

905

Dam Height

26

River Or Stream

TR-SICILY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

13

Hydraulic Height

26

Drainage Area

1.4

Nid Storage

436

Structural Height

29

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

29
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.