Bear - Pierce - Cedar 6-2 is a local government-owned dam located in Gage, Nebraska, with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction. Constructed in 1966 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and has a hydraulic height of 27 feet, with a structural height of 32 feet. With a storage capacity of 85 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.4 square miles, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area.

Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Bear - Pierce - Cedar 6-2 has a low hazard potential and is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in June 2020. The dam is subject to regular inspections, with the most recent one conducted in June 2020. With a maximum discharge capacity of 442 cubic feet per second, this dam serves as a vital structure for flood control in the region, providing a sense of security to the surrounding community.

Situated along TR-Bear Creek, Bear - Pierce - Cedar 6-2 is an essential component of the local water resource infrastructure, ensuring the safety and well-being of residents in Gage County. With its stone core and soil foundation, this dam exemplifies the collaborative efforts between federal agencies like the USDA NRCS and state regulators like the Nebraska DNR in safeguarding the environment and enhancing water resource management in the area.