Plum Creek 2-A Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Plum Creek 2-A is a vital earth dam located in Gage County, Nebraska, designed by the USDA NRCS to primarily reduce flood risks in the area.


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Summary

Completed in 1971, this structure stands at a height of 37 feet and has a hydraulic height of 36 feet, serving as a crucial element for flood risk reduction in the region. With a storage capacity of 375 acre-feet and a drainage area of 1 square mile, Plum Creek 2-A plays a significant role in managing water resources and protecting the surrounding communities from potential flooding events.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the NE DNR, Plum Creek 2-A has been inspected regularly for its fair condition and low hazard potential. The dam's maintenance and inspection are conducted in compliance with state regulations, ensuring its structural integrity and effectiveness in flood risk reduction. Despite its age, Plum Creek 2-A continues to serve its purpose efficiently, demonstrating the importance of proper management and upkeep of water resource infrastructure in safeguarding communities from potential natural disasters. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate can appreciate the critical role that Plum Creek 2-A plays in the region's resilience against flooding events, highlighting the significance of sustainable water management practices in mitigating environmental risks.

Year Completed

1971

Dam Length

639

Dam Height

37

River Or Stream

TR-PLUM CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

13

Hydraulic Height

36

Drainage Area

1

Nid Storage

375

Structural Height

39

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

39
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.