Spring Creek 9-3 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Spring Creek 9-2 Spring Creek 9-A 641
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Spring Creek 9-3 is a local government-owned earth dam located in Johnson County, Nebraska, with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Built in 1978 by USDA NRCS, this structure stands at a height of 25 feet and has a length of 681 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 151 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, the dam is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality.
Situated on TR-Spring Creek, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area, with a drainage area of 0.7 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 47 acre-feet. Despite its modest size, Spring Creek 9-3 has a maximum discharge capacity of 171 cubic feet per second, contributing to flood control efforts in the region. With its stone core and soil foundation, the dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water management and environmental protection, reflecting the collaborative efforts between local and federal agencies in safeguarding the community against potential hazards.
As part of the Kansas City District, Spring Creek 9-3 is a testament to the ongoing commitment to sustainable water resource management and climate resilience. With its history of construction and regulatory oversight, this earth dam stands as a critical infrastructure for flood risk reduction and water storage, embodying the importance of proactive measures in safeguarding communities and ecosystems against the impacts of changing weather patterns and natural disasters.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
681 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SPRING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
0.7 |
Nid Storage |
151 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Nemaha River At Auburn
|
82cfs |
North Fork Big Nemaha River At Humboldt
|
67cfs |
Missouri River At Nebraska City
|
22500cfs |
Turkey C Nr Seneca
|
15cfs |
Nishnabotna River Above Hamburg
|
1350cfs |
Weeping Water Creek At Union
|
20cfs |
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.
Spring Creek 9-3