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WAYNE HANSEN DAM

RESERVOIR LEVELS
Soil Dam Tr-Turkey Creek
April 23, 2025


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Wayne Hansen Dam, located in Saline County, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources. Completed in 1999, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet with a hydraulic height of 22 feet, serving primarily for flood risk reduction along the TR-Turkey Creek. With a storage capacity of 180 acre-feet, it covers a surface area of 6 acres and drains a 1.3 square mile watershed.

Despite its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment as of 2017, Wayne Hansen Dam undergoes regular inspections every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity. The dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and management measures are currently undisclosed, suggesting a need for further risk evaluation and preparedness. With Congressman Adrian Smith representing the area, the dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks for the community of Dewitt and the surrounding region, showcasing the importance of water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year_Completed 1999
Dam_Height 25
River_Or_Stream TR-TURKEY CREEK
Dam_Length 538
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 6
Hydraulic_Height 22
Drainage_Area 1.3
Nid_Storage 180
Structural_Height 29
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 29
       

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