Wilson Creek 3-C Reservoir Report
Nearby: Wilson Creek 3-6 Wilson Creek 3-1b
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Wilson Creek 3-C is a vital flood risk reduction structure located in Otoe, Nebraska, designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1976.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 32 feet and stretches 865 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 644 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-N FK Little Nemaha River, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events, with a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment.
Managed by the local government, Wilson Creek 3-C is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its functionality and safety. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving the community of Talmage and covering a drainage area of 1.7 square miles. With a normal storage capacity of 111 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 1760 cubic feet per second, Wilson Creek 3-C is a key component of the region's water resource infrastructure, providing essential protection against potential flooding events.
Despite its importance, Wilson Creek 3-C is currently in fair condition, as assessed in September 2019, with a 5-year inspection frequency in place. With its strategic location and critical role in flood risk management, this earth dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between government agencies and the local community to safeguard water resources and enhance climate resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
865 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-N FK LITTLE NEMAHA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
22 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Drainage Area |
1.7 |
Nid Storage |
644 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Missouri River At Nebraska City
|
22500cfs |
Weeping Water Creek At Union
|
20cfs |
Little Nemaha River At Auburn
|
82cfs |
Nishnabotna River Above Hamburg
|
1350cfs |
Platte R At Louisville Ne
|
5580cfs |
North Fork Big Nemaha River At Humboldt
|
67cfs |
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.
Wilson Creek 3-C