Tekamah-Mud Creek 41-A Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Tekamah-Mud Creek 41-A is a local government-owned earth dam located in Tekamah, Nebraska, designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the NE DNR.
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Summary
Completed in 1976, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Tekamah Creek. With a height of 44 feet and a length of 751 feet, it provides a maximum storage capacity of 586 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 188 acre-feet.
The dam, with a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, has a hydraulic height of 42 feet and a structural height of 45 feet. It covers a surface area of 19 acres and has a drainage area of 1.2 square miles. The maximum discharge capacity of the dam is 1080 cubic feet per second. Regular inspections are conducted, with the last inspection date recorded in March 2020, ensuring its ongoing safety and functionality for the surrounding community.
Tekamah-Mud Creek 41-A is a vital infrastructure for flood control in the area, playing a crucial role in mitigating the risk of flooding along Tekamah Creek. With its successful track record of reducing flood risks and safeguarding the local community, this dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Nebraska.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
751 |
Dam Height |
44 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TEKAMAH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
19 |
Hydraulic Height |
42 |
Drainage Area |
1.2 |
Nid Storage |
586 |
Structural Height |
45 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
45 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Logan Creek Near Uehling
|
415cfs |
Missouri River At Decatur
|
15500cfs |
Maple Creek Near Nickerson
|
51cfs |
Soldier River At Pisgah
|
112cfs |
Monona-Harrison Ditch Near Turin
|
158cfs |
Elkhorn River At West Point
|
877cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Tekamah-Mud Creek 41-A