Big Indian Creek 7-1-B is a local government-owned dam located in Gage, Nebraska, along the TR-Big Indian Creek.
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Built in 1966 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 24 feet high with a structural height of 28 feet and a length of 470 feet. It serves multiple purposes, including flood risk reduction, with a normal storage capacity of 40 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 98 acre-feet. The dam has a drainage area of 0.3 square miles and a maximum discharge of 436 cubic feet per second.
Despite its low hazard potential, Big Indian Creek 7-1-B is in poor condition, as assessed during the last inspection in May 2019. The dam is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular state inspections, enforcement, and permitting. The emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk assessment for this dam are currently unknown, raising concerns about its readiness for potential emergencies. With its critical role in flood risk reduction and water resource management, ensuring the proper maintenance and management of Big Indian Creek 7-1-B is essential for the safety and well-being of the surrounding community and ecosystem.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
470 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BIG INDIAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
0.3 |
Nid Storage |
98 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
Little Blue R At Hollenberg
|
70cfs |
Little Blue River Near Fairbury
|
230cfs |
Big Blue R At Barneston Nebr
|
131cfs |
Turkey Creek Near De Witt
|
10cfs |
Mill C At Washington
|
8cfs |
Big Blue R At Marysville
|
147cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Diller City Park
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Rock Creek Station State Rec Area
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Big Indian NRD Rec Area
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Leisure Lake WMA
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