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Brothers Dam, located in Kimball, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure designed by USDA NRCS to serve as a flood risk reduction measure along TR-Lodgepole Creek. Completed in 1980, this earth dam stands at a height of 22 feet with a length of 732 feet, providing a crucial storage capacity of 430 acre-feet for the region. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, helping to mitigate potential disasters and protect the surrounding area from inundation.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Brothers Dam is regularly inspected and regulated to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated" as of the last inspection in November 2017, the dam continues to play a vital role in water resource management in the region. Its location in Potter, Nebraska, underscores its importance in safeguarding the community and its residents from the impacts of extreme weather events.
Despite its unassuming hazard potential, Brothers Dam remains a critical infrastructure for flood control and water resource management in the area. With a focus on public safety and environmental protection, the dam serves as a testament to the collaborative efforts between private owners and government agencies in maintaining a resilient and sustainable water infrastructure for the benefit of all.
Year_Completed | 1980 |
Dam_Height | 22 |
River_Or_Stream | TR-LODGEPOLE CREEK |
Dam_Length | 732 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 13 |
Hydraulic_Height | 22 |
Drainage_Area | 5.2 |
Nid_Storage | 430 |
Structural_Height | 26 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 26 |