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Little Red Dam, located in Sioux County, Nebraska, is a privately owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS for the primary purpose of irrigation. Completed in 1960, this structure stands at a height of 33 feet with a hydraulic height of 31 feet and a structural height of 35 feet. With a storage capacity of 380 acre-feet and a normal storage of 245 acre-feet, the dam serves the surrounding area with water resources for agricultural needs.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Little Red Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in October 2017. With a drainage area of 1.3 square miles and a maximum discharge of 980 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in water management for Little Red Creek and the surrounding region. Despite its modest size, Little Red Dam is an essential component of the local water infrastructure, supporting irrigation activities and contributing to the overall water resource management in the area.
Year_Completed | 1960 |
Dam_Height | 33 |
River_Or_Stream | LITTLE RED CREEK |
Dam_Length | 590 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 28 |
Hydraulic_Height | 31 |
Drainage_Area | 1.3 |
Nid_Storage | 380 |
Structural_Height | 35 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 35 |