Swan Creek 61 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Swan Creek 2 Swan Creek 63
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Swan Creek 61, located in Nebraska, is a local government-owned dam designed by the USDA NRCS to primarily reduce flood risks in the area.
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Summary
Completed in 1993, this earth dam stands at a height of 32 feet and has a storage capacity of 1503 acre-feet. With a satisfactory condition assessment and low hazard potential, Swan Creek 61 is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
Situated along the North Fork Swan Creek, this dam plays a vital role in managing water resources and protecting the surrounding community from potential flooding events. With a drainage area of 5.8 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 818 cubic feet per second, Swan Creek 61 serves as a crucial infrastructure for flood risk reduction in Saline County, Nebraska. The dam's location in a remote area adds to its effectiveness in safeguarding the local environment and enhancing climate resilience.
Overall, Swan Creek 61 serves as a key example of sustainable water resource management and climate adaptation efforts in Nebraska. With its reliable design, regular inspections, and low risk potential, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of investing in infrastructure to mitigate the impacts of extreme weather events and protect communities from the challenges of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1993 |
Dam Length |
1051 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
N FK SWAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
47 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Drainage Area |
5.8 |
Nid Storage |
1503 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
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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.
Swan Creek 61
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