Philip Bohl Dam, located in Nemaha, Nebraska, was completed in 2008 and serves as a crucial infrastructure for flood risk reduction along the TR-Muddy Creek.
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This private-owned earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 89 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 19 acre-feet. The dam covers a surface area of 2.7 acres and has a drainage area of 0.61 square miles, providing essential protection to the surrounding area.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Philip Bohl Dam is regularly inspected and maintained to ensure its structural integrity and overall satisfactory condition. With a low hazard potential, the dam has been assessed as meeting safety guidelines, although emergency action plans and risk assessment measures may need further development. The dam's primary purpose of flood risk reduction highlights its importance in safeguarding the local community and ecosystem from potential water-related disasters.
With a significant role in mitigating flood risks in Nemaha County, Philip Bohl Dam stands as a vital piece of water resource infrastructure in Nebraska. As a key feature in the area's flood control system, this earth dam continues to be monitored and regulated to uphold its protective functions and ensure the safety of nearby residents and properties.
Year Completed |
2008 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MUDDY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
26.6 |
Drainage Area |
0.61 |
Nid Storage |
89 |
Structural Height |
29.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
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