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Mud Creek 2-F is a locally-owned earth dam in Gage, Nebraska, designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction purposes. Completed in 1965, this structure stands at 26 feet high with a dam length of 1150 feet, providing a normal storage capacity of 6 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 1023 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Located in the TR-Mud Creek watershed, Mud Creek 2-F is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes in place. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving as a key infrastructure for mitigating potential water-related disasters in the region. The structure's stone core and soil foundation contribute to its structural integrity, while its maximum discharge capacity of 4346 cubic feet per second ensures effective flood control measures.
Maintaining a proactive approach to dam safety, Mud Creek 2-F undergoes regular inspections every five years, with the last assessment conducted in April 2019. Despite its age, the dam's condition remains satisfactory, reflecting responsible ownership and management practices by the local government. As a vital component of the water resource management system in Gage County, this earth dam continues to play a crucial role in safeguarding the community from potential flood risks and ensuring sustainable water management practices in the area.
Year_Completed | 1965 |
Dam_Height | 23 |
River_Or_Stream | TR-MUD CREEK |
Dam_Length | 1150 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 2.3 |
Hydraulic_Height | 23 |
Drainage_Area | 2 |
Nid_Storage | 1023 |
Structural_Height | 26 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 26 |
CEDAR C NR CEDAR POINT | 30cfs |
LYON C NR JUNCTION CITY | 17cfs |
SOLDIER C NR DELIA | 21cfs |
COTTONWOOD R NR FLORENCE | 65cfs |
VERDIGRIS R NR VIRGIL | 197cfs |
VERMILLION C NR WAMEGO | 40cfs |
SMOKY HILL R AT ENTERPRISE | 153cfs |