Zorinsky Dam, also known as Lake Zorinsky, is a federal-owned rockfill dam located in Omaha, Nebraska, along Boxelder Creek.
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Completed in 1985 by the US Army Corps of Engineers, this dam serves primarily for flood risk reduction, with additional purposes for fish and wildlife ponds and recreation. Standing at a hydraulic height of 85 feet and a structural height of 90 feet, Zorinsky Dam has a storage capacity of 18,282 acre-feet and a spillway width of 400 feet.
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers, Zorinsky Dam poses a high hazard potential and undergoes inspections every 5 years. The dam's risk management measures include continuous monitoring, prioritized maintenance activities, and collaboration with local emergency managers to ensure public safety in the event of a dam-related emergency. With a moderate risk assessment rating, Zorinsky Dam remains a crucial asset in managing flood risks in the region, with ongoing efforts to enhance its resilience against severe weather events and potential issues.
Year Completed |
1985 |
Dam Length |
3400 |
River Or Stream |
BOXELDER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Rockfill |
Surface Area |
253 |
Hydraulic Height |
85 |
Drainage Area |
16 |
Nid Storage |
18282 |
Structural Height |
90 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
90 |
Big Papillion Cr
|
38cfs |
Elkhorn River At Waterloo
|
1120cfs |
Missouri River At Omaha
|
17500cfs |
Platte R Nr Ashland
|
6290cfs |
Platte R At Louisville Ne
|
4750cfs |
Platte River Nr Leshara
|
5270cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Walnut Creek - Papillion
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Lake Cunningham
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Glenn Cunningham Lake
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