Stevens Creek A6-1 dam
Stevens Creek A6-1
Stevens Creek A6-1 is a vital flood risk reduction structure located in Lancaster, Nebraska, specifically in the rural area of Lincoln. Completed in 2004, this earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet, with a structural height of 33 feet and a length of 900 feet. It serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction for the surrounding area, offering a maximum storage capacity of 112 acre-feet and normal storage of 15 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 4 acres and draining an area of 0.3 square miles.
Owned by the local government and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Stevens Creek A6-1 has a low hazard potential and is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in June 2016. With a relatively low risk profile, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks along the TR-Stevens Creek, with a maximum discharge capacity of 2568 cubic feet per second. Despite its remote location, this structure remains a key component of the flood management infrastructure in the region, showcasing the importance of sustainable water resource management in combating climate-related challenges.
In the face of increasing climate variability and extreme weather events, structures like Stevens Creek A6-1 highlight the significance of proactive flood risk reduction measures. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the design, function, and regulatory oversight of such infrastructure is crucial for promoting resilience and sustainability in the face of evolving environmental conditions. Stevens Creek A6-1 stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between local governments, regulatory agencies, and the community to ensure the safety and well-being of residents in flood-prone areas, emphasizing the interconnectedness of water resources and climate resilience in shaping a more secure future.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Stevens Creek A6-1 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Stevens Creek Nr. Lincoln | 234 cfs | → |
| Salt Creek At Roca | 11 cfs | → |
| Salt Creek At Pioneers Blvd At Lincoln | 1,250 cfs | → |
| Salt Creek At Lincoln | 4,150 cfs | → |
| Salt Creek At 70th St. At Lincoln | 3,960 cfs | → |
| Little Salt Creek Near Lincoln | 512 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Stevens Creek A6-1.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
Track Stevens Creek A6-1 in the Snoflo app
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About Stevens Creek A6-1
Where does the data for Stevens Creek A6-1 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Stevens Creek A6-1.