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Wolf-Wildcat S65 is a local government-owned earth dam located in Pawnee, Nebraska, designed by USDA NRCS and regulated by NE DNR. Completed in 1990, this dam primarily serves the purpose of flood risk reduction along TR-Wolf Creek. With a height of 29 feet and a storage capacity of 4627.5 acre-feet, it covers a surface area of 125.6 acres and has a drainage area of 11.09 square miles.
This structure, with a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, has a hydraulic height of 27.69 feet and a structural height of 37.5 feet. The dam is situated in a picturesque location in BARNESTON, Nebraska, with its coordinates being 40.20237187 latitude and -96.39744299 longitude. It not only contributes to flood risk reduction but also supports the local ecosystem by managing water flow and providing a habitat for wildlife in the area.
Despite its critical role in mitigating flooding and preserving the environment, Wolf-Wildcat S65 has not been modified since its completion and is inspected every five years to ensure its continued safety and efficacy. With its stone core type, soil foundation, and proximity to the Omaha District, this dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management in Nebraska and highlights the importance of sustainable infrastructure in addressing the challenges posed by climate change.
Year_Completed | 1990 |
Dam_Height | 29 |
River_Or_Stream | TR-WOLF CREEK |
Dam_Length | 1050 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 125.6 |
Hydraulic_Height | 27.69 |
Drainage_Area | 11.09 |
Nid_Storage | 4627.5 |
Structural_Height | 37.5 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 38 |
ROCK CREEK NEAR CERESCO | 15cfs |
WAHOO CR AT ASHLAND | 61cfs |
PLATTE R AT LOUISVILLE NE | 4950cfs |
PLATTE R NR ASHLAND | 4960cfs |
SALT CREEK AT PIONEERS BLVD AT LINCOLN | 11cfs |
MAPLE CREEK NEAR NICKERSON | 37cfs |
HAINES BRANCH AT SW 56TH ST. AT LINCOLN | 3cfs |