Miller Grade Stabilization Dam, located in Sterling, Nebraska, was completed in 1997 by the USDA NRCS.
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This private dam stands at 24 feet high and stretches 700 feet in length, serving the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-N FK BIG NEMAHA RIVER. With a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, this earth dam with stone core types plays a crucial role in managing water resources in Lancaster County.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, the Miller Grade Stabilization Dam has a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.1 square miles. The dam's design, construction, and inspection are overseen by the NRCS, ensuring its effectiveness in mitigating flood risks and protecting the surrounding area. With state jurisdiction, permitting, and enforcement in place, the dam operates within regulatory guidelines to safeguard the local community.
Despite its relatively small surface area of 5 acres, the Miller Grade Stabilization Dam is a vital infrastructure for water resource management and climate resilience in the region. With regular inspections every five years and a history of satisfactory condition assessments, this dam serves as a testament to effective collaboration between private owners, state agencies, and federal designers in safeguarding the local ecosystem and communities from potential flood events.
Year Completed |
1997 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
TR-N FK BIG NEMAHA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |