The Glenn Cunningham Dam, also known as the Williams Brothers Pipeline Levee, is a key flood risk reduction structure located in Omaha, Nebraska.
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Built in 1974 by the US Army Corps of Engineers, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 25 feet and stretches 900 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 14,000 acre-feet and a surface area of 392 acres, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water levels along the TR Papillion Creek.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regularly inspected and monitored by the US Army Corps of Engineers to ensure its structural integrity and readiness in case of emergencies. The agency actively manages flood risks associated with the dam by prioritizing maintenance activities, engaging with local emergency managers, and updating emergency action plans. While the dam may not completely eliminate all flood risks, it serves as a vital component in the region's water resource management strategy, highlighting the importance of proactive risk management measures in mitigating potential hazards.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
900 |
River Or Stream |
TR PAPILLION CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
392 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
18 |
Nid Storage |
14000 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Big Papillion Cr
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38cfs |
Missouri River At Omaha
|
17700cfs |
Elkhorn River At Waterloo
|
1120cfs |
Platte River Nr Leshara
|
5270cfs |
Platte R At Louisville Ne
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6300cfs |
Platte R Nr Ashland
|
6290cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Lake Cunningham
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Glenn Cunningham Lake
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N. P. Dodge Mem Park
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Friendship City Park
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Wilson Island State Rec Area
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Hitchcock County Nature Center
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