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Located in Cass County, Nebraska, Mill Creek Road Dam 7 is a crucial structure designed by Olsson Associates for flood risk reduction along the TR-Mill Creek. Completed in 1994, this earth dam stands at a height of 41 feet and spans 570 feet in length, providing a maximum storage capacity of 213 acre-feet. With a hazard potential categorized as high, the dam's condition is assessed as satisfactory, as of the last inspection in August 2020.
Managed by the local government, Mill Creek Road Dam 7 is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, with state jurisdiction and permitting in place for inspection and enforcement. The dam serves as a vital component in mitigating flood risks in the area, with a normal storage capacity of 42 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.8 square miles. Emergency action plans are in place, ensuring preparedness in case of any unforeseen events.
As a strategic flood risk reduction measure, Mill Creek Road Dam 7 plays a critical role in safeguarding the surrounding communities from potential inundation. With its satisfactory condition and high hazard potential, the dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Cass County, Nebraska.
Year_Completed | 1994 |
Dam_Height | 41 |
River_Or_Stream | TR-MILL CREEK |
Dam_Length | 570 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 6 |
Hydraulic_Height | 41 |
Drainage_Area | 0.8 |
Nid_Storage | 213 |
Structural_Height | 49 |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 49 |
HUNDRED AND TEN MILE C NR QUENEMO | 27cfs |
DRAGOON C NR BURLINGAME | 76cfs |
WAKARUSA R NR RICHLAND | 1080cfs |
REPUBLICAN R BL MILFORD DAM | 83cfs |
NEOSHO R NR AMERICUS | 594cfs |
LYON C NR JUNCTION CITY | 843cfs |
NEOSHO R AT COUNCIL GROVE | 14cfs |