Tekamah-Mud Creek 6-4 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Located in Tekamah, Nebraska, the Tekamah-Mud Creek 6-4 dam serves as a vital structure for flood risk reduction along the TR-Tekamah Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1983 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet and has a length of 507 feet, providing a storage capacity of 86 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its satisfactory condition.
With its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, the Tekamah-Mud Creek 6-4 dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. Its primary purpose extends beyond flood risk reduction to include other important functions. The dam's location in Burt County, Nebraska, showcases the collaboration between local government and federal agencies in managing water resources and mitigating climate-related risks in the region. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the data on this dam provides valuable insight into the infrastructure that safeguards communities and ecosystems in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1983 |
Dam Length |
507 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TEKAMAH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Drainage Area |
1.2 |
Nid Storage |
86 |
Structural Height |
37 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
37 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Logan Creek Near Uehling
|
415cfs |
Missouri River At Decatur
|
15500cfs |
Maple Creek Near Nickerson
|
51cfs |
Elkhorn River At West Point
|
877cfs |
Soldier River At Pisgah
|
112cfs |
Monona-Harrison Ditch Near Turin
|
158cfs |
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.
Tekamah-Mud Creek 6-4