Vitosh Dam 1948, located in ODELL, Nebraska, along the TR-ASH CREEK, is a privately owned Earth dam designed by USDA NRCS in 1966.
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This dam serves various purposes including Flood Risk Reduction and other functions. With a height of 15.6 feet and a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet, the dam helps regulate water flow in the area and provides essential protection against potential flooding events.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Vitosh Dam 1948 has been deemed to have a low hazard potential, with a fair condition assessment as of April 2017. The dam's structure consists of buttress and stone core types, supported by a soil foundation. Despite its age, the dam has undergone inspection every five years to ensure its integrity and safety for the surrounding community.
As a significant water resource infrastructure in Gage, Nebraska, the Vitosh Dam 1948 plays a crucial role in water management and flood control in the region. With its strategic location and design, the dam serves as a reliable defense against potential water-related disasters, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management and infrastructure maintenance in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
15.6 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ASH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
15.6 |
Drainage Area |
0.39 |
Nid Storage |
55 |
Structural Height |
15.6 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |
Big Blue R At Barneston Nebr
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131cfs |
Little Blue R At Hollenberg
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70cfs |
Turkey Creek Near De Witt
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10cfs |
Little Blue River Near Fairbury
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230cfs |
Big Blue R At Marysville
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147cfs |
L Blue R Nr Barnes
|
122cfs |
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