Bear - Pierce - Cedar 7-B is a crucial flood risk reduction structure located in Gage, Nebraska, with a primary purpose of mitigating flooding along the TR-BEAR CREEK.
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This earth dam, designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1967, stands at a height of 29 feet and spans a length of 1565 feet. With a storage capacity of 726 acre-feet and a drainage area of 1.9 square miles, this dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the NE DNR, Bear - Pierce - Cedar 7-B has a low hazard potential and is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in June 2020. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 64 acre-feet and a surface area of 17 acres. While there are no associated structures or outlet gates, the dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 811 cubic feet per second, ensuring effective water management during heavy rainfall events. With its strategic location and effective design, Bear - Pierce - Cedar 7-B stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management in mitigating the impact of climate change on local communities.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
1565 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Drainage Area |
1.9 |
Nid Storage |
726 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
35 |
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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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