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LAMBIE DAM

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Soil Dam Buffalo Creek
April 22, 2025


75°F

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50°F

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12mph

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36%

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Lambie Dam, located in Clay, Nebraska, along Buffalo Creek, is a private earth dam completed in 1935 for flood risk reduction and other purposes. With a height of 11.8 feet and a storage capacity of 185.8 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. Despite its poor condition assessment, the hazard potential is low, and it is regularly inspected by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources.

The dam's location in Angus, Nebraska, within Congressional District 03, underscores its importance in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. The dam's structural height and design using stone core and soil foundation demonstrate a commitment to durability and functionality. With a drainage area of 8.61 square miles and a maximum discharge of 529 cubic feet per second, the Lambie Dam plays a vital role in water management in the region.

As climate change continues to impact water resources, the Lambie Dam serves as a critical infrastructure for water storage and flood prevention. Despite its age and maintenance challenges, the dam remains an essential component of the local water management system. With ongoing inspections and regulatory oversight by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, the Lambie Dam continues to fulfill its purpose of reducing flood risks and protecting the community along Buffalo Creek.

Year_Completed 1935
Dam_Height 11.8
River_Or_Stream BUFFALO CREEK
Dam_Length 315
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 25.5
Hydraulic_Height 11.8
Drainage_Area 8.61
Nid_Storage 185.8
Structural_Height 11.8
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 12
       

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