Upper Salt Creek 25-1 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Upper Salt Creek 25-1 is a vital earth dam located in Lancaster, Nebraska, designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1959.
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Summary
This dam plays a crucial role in flood risk reduction for the TR-OLIVE BR SALT CREEK watershed, with a height of 24 feet and a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet. Despite its relatively low hazard potential, the dam is regularly inspected by the NE DNR to ensure its structural integrity and functionality.
The dam's primary purpose extends beyond flood control, serving as a key component of water resource management in the region. With a drainage area of 0.1 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 10,610 cubic feet per second, Upper Salt Creek 25-1 helps regulate water flow and maintain normal storage levels of 9 acre-feet. The dam's satisfactory condition assessment in 2016 reflects its efficient operation and contribution to overall water resource sustainability.
Located in the Kansas City District, Upper Salt Creek 25-1 stands as a testament to effective collaboration between local government agencies and the USDA NRCS. Its strategic design, satisfactory condition, and low hazard potential make it a cornerstone of water management efforts in the area, safeguarding communities and ecosystems along the TR-OLIVE BR SALT CREEK watershed. As climate change continues to impact water resources, structures like Upper Salt Creek 25-1 play a vital role in adapting to evolving environmental challenges and ensuring long-term water security for the region.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
548 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
TR-OLIVE BR SALT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |
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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.
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