Wilber Dam 1 dam
Wilber Dam 1
Wilber Dam 1, located in Wilber, Nebraska, is a crucial structure owned by the local government for flood risk reduction along the TR-Big Blue River. Completed in 1975, this earth dam stands at 22 feet high and spans 542 feet in length, offering a storage capacity of 127 acre-feet with a normal storage of 14 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 0.4 square miles and a maximum discharge capability of 875 cubic feet per second, Wilber Dam 1 plays a significant role in managing water flow in the region.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Wilber Dam 1 has a satisfactory condition assessment and a high hazard potential. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, and it undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a structural height of 22 feet and a hydraulic height of 21 feet, this vital infrastructure serves as a critical component in safeguarding the surrounding community from potential flooding events. Additionally, the dam's location within Saline County, Nebraska, highlights its importance in protecting the local area from water-related risks.
With its strategic design by Willard Meyer and oversight by the local government, Wilber Dam 1 stands as a testament to effective water resource management in Nebraska. Its role in flood risk reduction, coupled with regular inspections and satisfactory condition assessment, showcases its importance in preserving the safety and well-being of the community. As a key element in the region's water resource infrastructure, Wilber Dam 1 continues to play a vital role in mitigating potential flooding hazards and ensuring water security for residents in the area.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Wilber Dam 1 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Big Blue River Near Crete | 80 cfs | → |
| Turkey Creek Near De Witt | 9 cfs | → |
| Salt Creek At Roca | 3 cfs | → |
| West Fork Big Blue River Nr Dorchester | 38 cfs | → |
| Haines Branch At Sw 56th St. At Lincoln | 0 cfs | → |
| Salt Creek At Pioneers Blvd At Lincoln | 6 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Wilber Dam 1.
Track Wilber Dam 1 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Wilber Dam 1
Where does the data for Wilber Dam 1 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Wilber Dam 1.