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SERR DAM

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Soil Dam Tr-Spring Creek
April 21, 2025


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Serr Dam in Keya Paha, Nebraska, is a privately owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1978 for irrigation purposes. The dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet, providing water for agricultural activities in the region. Located on TR-SPRING CREEK, the dam has a low hazard potential and is in satisfactory condition, as per the last inspection conducted in March 2016 by the NE DNR.

Managed by the St. Paul District of the USACE, Serr Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area, with a drainage area of 2.1 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 116 cubic feet per second. The dam's primary purpose of irrigation benefits the local community by supporting agricultural production and ensuring water availability for crop cultivation. Despite its age, Serr Dam continues to be regulated, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to maintain its structural integrity and operational efficiency, highlighting its importance in the sustainable utilization of water resources for climate-resilient agriculture.

With its location within the scenic landscape of Mills, Nebraska, Serr Dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts of federal and state agencies in constructing and managing essential water infrastructure. As a key component of the local water supply system, the dam contributes to the economic prosperity and environmental sustainability of the region by facilitating irrigation activities and enhancing water security for farmers. This exemplifies the critical role of dams like Serr Dam in effectively harnessing and managing water resources to address the challenges posed by climate change and ensure a resilient future for agricultural communities.

Year_Completed 1978
Dam_Height 26
River_Or_Stream TR-SPRING CREEK
Dam_Length 705
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 7
Hydraulic_Height 24
Drainage_Area 2.1
Nid_Storage 70
Structural_Height 27
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 27
       

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