Weeping Water Creek 4-J Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Weeping Water Creek 4-J is a crucial earth dam located in Cass, Nebraska, designed for flood risk reduction along the Weeping Water Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1994, this dam stands at a height of 36 feet with a structural height of 42 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1109 acre-feet to mitigate potential flooding in the area. With a satisfactory condition assessment, this dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources to ensure its continued effectiveness in protecting the surrounding community.
Managed by local government authorities, Weeping Water Creek 4-J plays a significant role in controlling water flow to prevent flooding events, with a maximum discharge capacity of 5047 cubic feet per second. Located within the congressional district of Nebraska, this dam serves as a key infrastructure for flood risk reduction within the region. With a drainage area of 4.1 square miles and a surface area of 30 acres, this dam is strategically positioned to safeguard the community against potential hazards, demonstrating its importance in water resource management and climate resilience efforts.
As a vital component of flood risk reduction measures, Weeping Water Creek 4-J has a hazard potential classified as significant, emphasizing the importance of its maintenance and upkeep. With a history of satisfactory condition assessments and regular inspections, this dam stands as a reliable structure in safeguarding the local area from potential flooding disasters. With its critical role in water resource management and climate adaptation, Weeping Water Creek 4-J stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts of local government and regulatory agencies in ensuring the safety and resilience of the community against natural disasters.
Year Completed |
1994 |
Dam Length |
1199 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WEEPING WATER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
30 |
Hydraulic Height |
36 |
Drainage Area |
4.1 |
Nid Storage |
1109 |
Structural Height |
42 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
42 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Platte R At Louisville Ne
|
4630cfs |
Weeping Water Creek At Union
|
20cfs |
Salt Creek At Greenwood
|
125cfs |
Platte R Nr Ashland
|
6290cfs |
Wahoo Cr At Ashland
|
78cfs |
Missouri River At Nebraska City
|
24100cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Weeping Water Creek 4-J