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SILVER CREEK 32

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Soil Dam Tr-Silver Creek
April 23, 2025


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64°F

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Silver Creek 32 is a local government-owned earth dam located in Burt, Nebraska, designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 2004. This structure serves multiple purposes including flood risk reduction and other water resource management functions. With a height of 36 feet and a length of 318 feet, Silver Creek 32 has a maximum storage capacity of 19 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 8 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 1 acre and draining a 0.4 square mile watershed.

Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Silver Creek 32 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and compliance with relevant standards. The dam has a satisfactory condition assessment and a low hazard potential, with the last inspection conducted in April 2016. The structure has a hydraulic height of 35 feet and a structural height of 40 feet, contributing to its effective flood risk reduction capabilities for the area.

Located in the Omaha District and situated on the TR-Silver Creek stream, Silver Creek 32 plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region. With its stone core and soil foundation, this dam stands as a testament to collaborative efforts between local governments and state agencies to protect communities from potential flooding events and ensure the sustainable management of water resources in Nebraska.

Year_Completed 2004
Dam_Height 36
River_Or_Stream TR-SILVER CREEK
Dam_Length 318
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 1
Hydraulic_Height 35
Drainage_Area 0.4
Nid_Storage 19
Structural_Height 40
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 40
       

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