Bear - Pierce - Cedar 8-B is a local government-owned dam in Gage County, Nebraska, designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the NE DNR.
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Completed in 1966, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 28 feet and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Bear Creek. With a storage capacity of 402 acre-feet and a drainage area of 1 square mile, the dam has a low hazard potential and is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in June 2020.
Located in Beatrice, Nebraska, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area and is subject to state jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. With a structural height of 32 feet and a length of 859 feet, Bear - Pierce - Cedar 8-B offers protection to the surrounding community by managing water flow and reducing the potential for flooding events. As a vital component of the region's water resource management infrastructure, this dam underscores the importance of proactive measures in climate resilience and disaster risk reduction efforts.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
859 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
402 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Rockford Lake State Rec Area
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Chautauqua Municipal Park - Beatrice
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Riverside Park - Beatrice
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