Turkey Creek 3 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Turkey Creek 8 Sokolik Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Turkey Creek 3, located in Pleasant Hill, Nebraska, is a local government-owned earth dam completed in 2010 for flood risk reduction along the Turkey Creek.
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Summary
With a height of 45 feet and a drainage area of 18.7 square miles, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. The dam has a structural height of 57.7 feet and a hydraulic height of 44.3 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 4,797 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 638 acre-feet.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Turkey Creek 3 is regularly inspected and deemed to have a low hazard potential with a satisfactory condition assessment. The dam spans a length of 1,280 feet and covers a surface area of 93 acres. In the event of extreme conditions, the dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 8,460 cubic feet per second. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is well-maintained and meets state regulatory standards, ensuring the safety of the local community and environment.
Congressional District 03's representative, Adrian Smith, oversees this vital infrastructure, which plays a significant role in mitigating flood risks in the region. With its strategic location and efficient design, Turkey Creek 3 stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate adaptation efforts in Nebraska. The dam's construction and operation demonstrate a proactive approach to safeguarding communities and ecosystems from the impacts of extreme weather events, showcasing the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
2010 |
Dam Length |
1280 |
Dam Height |
45 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TURKEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
93 |
Hydraulic Height |
44.3 |
Drainage Area |
18.7 |
Nid Storage |
4797 |
Structural Height |
57.7 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
58 |
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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.
Turkey Creek 3