South Fork 2-5 is a significant earth dam located in Pawnee, Nebraska, designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1981 for flood risk reduction purposes.
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This dam stands at a height of 31 feet with a structural height of 39 feet, spanning a length of 848 feet and providing a storage capacity of 73 acre-feet. The dam is situated along the TR-LORES BR BIG NEMAHA RIVER, within the Omaha District, and is regulated by the NE DNR with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place.
Despite its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, South Fork 2-5 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region, with a drainage area of 0.2 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 266 cubic feet per second. The dam also serves as a key point of contact for emergency situations, although details on emergency action plans and risk assessment are currently unavailable. Overall, South Fork 2-5 serves as a vital infrastructure for flood control and water management in Pawnee County, Nebraska, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring such structures for the resilience of local communities and ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
848 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LORES BR BIG NEMAHA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Drainage Area |
0.2 |
Nid Storage |
73 |
Structural Height |
39 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
39 |
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Iron Horse Trail Lake
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Humboldt Lake Park
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Burchard Lake State Wildlife Area
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