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Big Indian Creek 6-B is a vital earth dam located in Gage County, Nebraska, designed by the USDA NRCS to reduce flood risk in the area. Completed in 1968, this structure stands at a height of 36 feet with a hydraulic height of 35 feet and a structural height of 42 feet. With a storage capacity of 550 acre-feet and a normal storage of 107 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow in the region.
The dam, built on Big Indian Creek, covers a surface area of 17 acres and serves a drainage area of 1.4 square miles. Its maximum discharge capacity reaches 836 cubic feet per second, ensuring effective flood control measures. With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of May 2019, this structure is regularly inspected by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources to maintain its functionality and safety standards. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, highlighting its importance in safeguarding the community against potential water-related disasters.
Owned and regulated by the local government with oversight from the Nebraska DNR, Big Indian Creek 6-B embodies a collaborative effort to protect the area from flooding events. Its strategic location in the Omaha District further enhances its significance in the regional water resource management system. As a key component of the state's flood control infrastructure, this dam stands as a testament to effective engineering and environmental stewardship in ensuring water security and climate resilience for the surrounding communities.
Year_Completed | 1968 |
Dam_Height | 36 |
River_Or_Stream | TR-BIG INDIAN CREEK |
Dam_Length | 910 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 17 |
Hydraulic_Height | 35 |
Drainage_Area | 1.4 |
Nid_Storage | 550 |
Structural_Height | 42 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 42 |
COTTONWOOD R NR FLORENCE | 53cfs |
L ARKANSAS R AT VALLEY CENTER | 25cfs |
L ARKANSAS R AT ALTA MILLS | 0cfs |
L ARKANSAS R NR SEDGWICK | 16cfs |
CEDAR C NR CEDAR POINT | 23cfs |
WHITEWATER R AT TOWANDA | 33cfs |
ARKANSAS R NR MAIZE | 63cfs |