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Located in Johnson, Nebraska, Spring Creek 7-B is a local government-owned flood risk reduction structure designed by the USDA NRCS. Completed in 1971, this earth dam stands at a height of 33 feet with a hydraulic height of 33 feet and a structural height of 34 feet. With a storage capacity of 211 acre-feet, it serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction for the surrounding area, with a drainage area of 0.7 square miles.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Spring Creek 7-B has a low hazard potential and is in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in 2016. The dam's normal storage capacity is 45 acre-feet, with a maximum discharge of 1,283 cubic feet per second. With a surface area of 8 acres and a length of 800 feet, this structure plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region and protecting the local community from potential water-related disasters.
As a crucial part of the local water resource infrastructure, Spring Creek 7-B undergoes regular inspections with a frequency of five years to ensure its continued functionality and safety. With its strategic location along TR-Spring Creek and its vital role in managing water flow and storage, this dam exemplifies the importance of sustainable water resource management and climate resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year_Completed | 1971 |
Dam_Height | 33 |
River_Or_Stream | TR-SPRING CREEK |
Dam_Length | 800 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 8 |
Hydraulic_Height | 33 |
Drainage_Area | 0.7 |
Nid_Storage | 211 |
Structural_Height | 34 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 34 |
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