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Korver Dam, located in rural Lincoln, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure designed by Olsson Associates. Completed in 2003, this earth dam stands at a height of 35 feet and has a structural height of 40 feet, providing flood risk reduction and other essential purposes for the area. With a drainage area of 0.46 square miles and a storage capacity of 383 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
The dam's hazard potential is classified as high, but its condition assessment as of August 2020 was deemed satisfactory. The Nebraska Department of Natural Resources regulates and inspects the dam regularly, ensuring its safety and functionality. Despite its small surface area of 17 acres, Korver Dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 2513 cubic feet per second, serving as a vital component in the local water management system.
Korver Dam's presence on Stevens Creek underscores its significance in mitigating flood risks and ensuring water resource sustainability in Lancaster County, Nebraska. With its sturdy construction and effective regulatory oversight, the dam stands as an essential infrastructure for climate and water resource enthusiasts to appreciate and monitor for its ongoing impact on the surrounding ecosystem.
Year_Completed | 2003 |
Dam_Height | 35 |
River_Or_Stream | TR-STEVENS CREEK |
Dam_Length | 980 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 17 |
Hydraulic_Height | 35 |
Drainage_Area | 0.46 |
Nid_Storage | 383 |
Structural_Height | 40 |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 40 |
MILL C AT WASHINGTON | 6cfs |
NORTH FORK BIG NEMAHA RIVER AT HUMBOLDT | 18cfs |
BIG BLUE R AT BARNESTON NEBR | 167cfs |
BIG BLUE R AT MARYSVILLE | 187cfs |
LITTLE BLUE RIVER NEAR FAIRBURY | 54cfs |
TURKEY C NR SENECA | 6cfs |
L BLUE R NR BARNES | 111cfs |