Centurylink Dam (Multi-Purpose Dam 1989-1) is a state-regulated structure located in Cass, Nebraska, specifically in Horseshoe Lake.
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Built in 1990, this earth dam stands at a height of 44 feet with a hydraulic height of 42 feet and a structural height of 65 feet. The dam serves primarily for recreation, offering a surface area of 10 acres and a normal storage capacity of 133 acre-feet.
Designed by JEO Johnson Erickson O'Brien, Centurylink Dam is associated with the TR-PAWNEE CREEK and falls under the jurisdiction of the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources. With a high hazard potential, the dam is inspected annually, with the most recent assessment in June 2020 deeming its condition as satisfactory. While the dam does not have an emergency action plan in place, it meets regulatory guidelines and serves as a vital water resource for the surrounding area.
Centurylink Dam provides not only recreational opportunities but also plays a crucial role in water management and flood control in the region. With its significant storage capacity and strategic location, this multi-purpose dam stands as a testament to sustainable water resource management in Nebraska.
Year Completed |
1990 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
44 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PAWNEE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
42 |
Drainage Area |
0.07 |
Nid Storage |
173 |
Structural Height |
65 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
65 |
Platte R Nr Ashland
|
6290cfs |
Wahoo Cr At Ashland
|
78cfs |
Platte R At Louisville Ne
|
9260cfs |
Salt Creek At Greenwood
|
125cfs |
Rock Creek Near Ceresco
|
14cfs |
Wahoo Creek At Ithaca
|
53cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Eugene T. Mahoney State Park
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Ashland RV Campground
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Linoma
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Louisville Lakes State Rec Area
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