Indian Creek Golf Course Dam 1 in rural Elkhorn, Nebraska, is a privately owned earth dam designed by Lamp, Rynearson & Associates, Inc.
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The dam, completed in 1996, stands at a height of 32 feet and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-W Papio Creek. With a normal storage capacity of 19 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 5,266 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow in the area.
Located in Douglas County, Nebraska, this dam is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. With a hazard potential rated as high and a satisfactory condition assessment as of April 2020, the dam provides vital flood protection for the surrounding area. While currently meeting guidelines for emergency action plans, there is room for improvement in terms of risk assessment and management measures to enhance the dam's resilience in the face of changing climate conditions.
Overall, Indian Creek Golf Course Dam 1 stands as a key infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the region, showcasing the importance of private dam ownership in safeguarding communities against water-related hazards. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to monitor and support the ongoing maintenance and regulatory efforts for dams like these to ensure their continued effectiveness in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1996 |
Dam Length |
678 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-W PAPIO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Drainage Area |
1.1 |
Nid Storage |
125 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
40 |
Elkhorn River At Waterloo
|
1120cfs |
Big Papillion Cr
|
38cfs |
Platte River Nr Leshara
|
5270cfs |
Missouri River At Omaha
|
17500cfs |
Platte R Nr Ashland
|
6290cfs |
Wahoo Cr At Ashland
|
78cfs |