Clatonia Creek 7-A is a flood risk reduction dam located in Gage County, Nebraska.
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Built in 1970 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and has a storage capacity of 922 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 2.7 square miles and a maximum discharge of 222 cubic feet per second, this structure plays a crucial role in managing water flow and reducing the risk of flooding in the area.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Clatonia Creek 7-A is inspected every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and overall condition. The dam is classified as having a low hazard potential and is currently assessed as being in fair condition. While no significant modifications or risk management measures have been reported, the dam continues to serve its primary purpose effectively, protecting the surrounding community from potential flood events.
Located in the watershed of TR-Clatonia Creek, Clatonia Creek 7-A is a vital piece of infrastructure in the region's water resource management system. With its modest surface area of 32 acres and normal storage capacity of 136 acre-feet, this dam exemplifies the importance of proactive flood risk reduction measures in mitigating the impacts of extreme weather events and climate change on local communities.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
1060 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CLATONIA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
32 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Drainage Area |
2.7 |
Nid Storage |
922 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |