Weeping Water Creek 5-K Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

The Weeping Water Creek 5-K dam in Cass, Nebraska, is a vital structure owned by the local government for flood risk reduction.


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Summary

Completed in 1994, this earth dam stands at a height of 34 feet and has a structural height of 35 feet, with a length of 935 feet. It serves a critical purpose in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding, with a normal storage capacity of 91 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 3353 cubic feet per second.

Located on the Weeping Water Creek, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and ensuring the safety of the community. With a drainage area of 2.3 square miles and a storage capacity of 594 acre-feet, it serves as a significant flood control measure in the region. The dam has been inspected regularly, with the last assessment in August 2018 deeming its condition satisfactory, although it carries a significant hazard potential.

As climate change continues to impact water resources and weather patterns, structures like the Weeping Water Creek 5-K dam become increasingly important for mitigating flood risks and protecting communities. With its solid construction and regular inspections, this dam stands as a testament to the proactive measures taken to safeguard against potential disasters in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

1994

Dam Length

935

Dam Height

34

River Or Stream

TR-WEEPING WATER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

16

Hydraulic Height

32

Drainage Area

2.3

Nid Storage

594

Structural Height

35

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

35
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.