South Fork Swan Creek 4-2 is a local government-owned dam located in Swanton, Nebraska, designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources.
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Completed in 1990, this earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet and serves purposes of flood risk reduction and other water resource management activities. With a storage capacity of 186 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.8 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in controlling the flow of the TR-S FK Swan Creek.
The dam has a low hazard potential and is in satisfactory condition as per the last inspection conducted in March 2017. Despite its relatively small size with a surface area of 10 acres, South Fork Swan Creek 4-2 is an essential infrastructure for water resource management in the region. Its strategic location and design contribute to the overall protection of the surrounding area from potential flooding events, showcasing the importance of efficient and well-maintained dams in mitigating climate-related risks.
Year Completed |
1990 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-S FK SWAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
0.8 |
Nid Storage |
186 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
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|
230cfs |
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|
10cfs |
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|
95cfs |
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|
70cfs |
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|
39cfs |
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|
5cfs |