Silver Creek 3 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Silver Creek 2 Silver Creek 34
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Silver Creek 3, located in Burt County, Nebraska, is a key structure managed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
This earth dam, completed in 1998, stands at a height of 28 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 93 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 0.7 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 42 acre-feet, Silver Creek 3 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Owned by the local government and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Silver Creek 3 has been deemed to have a low hazard potential and is currently in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in March 2020. The dam has a structural height of 31 feet and a hydraulic height of 26 feet, serving as a vital component for water management and flood control along the TR-Silver Creek. With a surface area of 6 acres and a maximum discharge capacity of 165 cubic feet per second, Silver Creek 3 plays a significant role in ensuring the safety and stability of the surrounding areas.
As a crucial infrastructure designed to mitigate flood risks and manage water resources, Silver Creek 3 stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between local government agencies and the USDA NRCS. With its strategic location in Omaha District and its vital role in safeguarding the community against potential inundation, this earth dam continues to serve as a cornerstone in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Nebraska.
Year Completed |
1998 |
Dam Length |
558 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SILVER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
0.7 |
Nid Storage |
93 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Missouri River At Decatur
|
15500cfs |
Monona-Harrison Ditch Near Turin
|
158cfs |
Little Sioux River Near Turin
|
1040cfs |
Logan Creek Near Uehling
|
415cfs |
Soldier River At Pisgah
|
112cfs |
South Omaha Creek At Walthill
|
11cfs |
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.
Silver Creek 3