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Brell Dam, located in Gosper County, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1963. The dam, standing at a height of 13.5 feet with a length of 210 feet, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond management. With a normal storage capacity of 6 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 471 cubic feet per second, it plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Despite its importance, Brell Dam has been assessed to be in poor condition, with a low hazard potential. The dam is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular state inspections, with the last inspection conducted in April 2019. The structure is situated on Plum Creek and serves as a vital resource for the community, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and management to ensure its continued functionality and safety for both water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
As a key component of the local water infrastructure, Brell Dam provides essential services to the surrounding area while also posing low risk potential. With its primary purpose being fire protection and water storage, the dam stands as a testament to the ongoing need for effective water management practices in Nebraska. Despite its current condition assessment of poor, continued monitoring and maintenance efforts are crucial to safeguarding this vital water resource for future generations.
Year_Completed | 1963 |
Dam_Height | 13.5 |
River_Or_Stream | TR-PLUM CREEK |
Dam_Length | 210 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 2 |
Hydraulic_Height | 13.5 |
Drainage_Area | 0.81 |
Nid_Storage | 57 |
Structural_Height | 13.5 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 14 |
SPRING CREEK NR OVERTON | 2cfs |
BUFFALO CREEK NR OVERTON NEBR | 34cfs |
SALINE R NR WAKEENEY | 5cfs |
NORTH LOUP R AT BREWSTER | 553cfs |
PLATTE RIVER NEAR OVERTON | 214cfs |
PLATTE RIVER NEAR KEARNEY | 346cfs |