North Fork Big Nemaha 23-C is a local government-owned earth dam located in Lancaster, Nebraska, along the TR-N Fork Big Nemaha River.
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Built in 1976 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 26 feet and serves primarily for flood risk reduction purposes. With a storage capacity of 216 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.7 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in mitigating potential flooding events in the area. The dam has a low hazard potential and was last inspected in June 2017, with a satisfactory condition assessment.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, this dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. With a design by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the dam has a core made of stone and a foundation of soil, spanning a length of 982 feet. The dam's spillway type, width, and other specific features are not specified, but it has a maximum discharge capacity of 167 cubic feet per second. Overall, North Fork Big Nemaha 23-C serves as a vital infrastructure for flood control and water resource management in the region, contributing to the overall resilience of the community against potential water-related risks.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
982 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-N FK BIG NEMAHA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
0.7 |
Nid Storage |
216 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |