The Lpnnrd (Snitily) Wetlands Restoration Dam, located in Saunders County, Nebraska, was completed in 2006 with a primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond.
Wind
Humidity
The dam, designed by USDA NRCS, is of Earth type with Stone core and Soil foundation, standing at a height of 11 feet and a length of 1450 feet. With a storage capacity of 180 acre-feet and a drainage area of 1.2 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Managed by the Local Government, the Lpnnrd (Snitily) Wetlands Restoration Dam is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in April 2018. The surrounding area, including SAND CREEK, benefits from the dam's presence, providing habitat for fish and wildlife while also contributing to flood control and water quality improvement efforts.
Located in the city of WAHOO, the Lpnnrd (Snitily) Wetlands Restoration Dam stands as a testament to sustainable water resource management and climate resilience. With its focus on enhancing biodiversity and ecosystem services, this dam serves as a model for balancing human needs with environmental conservation, showcasing the importance of wetlands restoration in mitigating the impacts of climate change and promoting a healthy ecosystem for future generations.
Year Completed |
2006 |
Dam Length |
1450 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
SAND CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
19 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Drainage Area |
1.2 |
Nid Storage |
180 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |
Wahoo Creek At Ithaca
|
53cfs |
Platte River Nr Leshara
|
5270cfs |
Platte River At North Bend
|
4920cfs |
Elkhorn River At Waterloo
|
1120cfs |
Rock Creek Near Ceresco
|
14cfs |
Maple Creek Near Nickerson
|
45cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Saunders County Fairgrounds Campground
|
||
Lake 18 Tent Camping
|
||
210
|
||
209
|
||
211
|
||
217
|