Chambers Wetland Dam, located in Holt, Nebraska, is a state-regulated structure designed for flood risk reduction along the TR-S FK ELKHORN RIVER.
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Completed in 2008, this earth dam stands at 12 feet tall and spans a length of 4125 feet. With a storage capacity of 440.2 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Owned by the state of Nebraska and regulated by the NE DNR, Chambers Wetland Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently assessed to be in fair condition as of June 2019. The dam's normal storage capacity is 19 acre-feet, with a surface area of 16.2 acres and a drainage area of 30 square miles. Despite its modest size, the dam is capable of handling a maximum discharge of 3610 cubic feet per second, offering protection to the surrounding area during periods of heavy rainfall or snowmelt.
With its strategic location and purposeful design, Chambers Wetland Dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water management and flood control in the region. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will appreciate the dam's role in safeguarding the community against potential water-related hazards while also providing essential ecological benefits to the wetland ecosystem.
Year Completed |
2008 |
Dam Length |
4125 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR-S FK ELKHORN RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
30 |
Nid Storage |
440.2 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
12 |
Elkhorn River At Ewing
|
89cfs |
Niobrara River Nr. Verdel
|
517cfs |
Verdigre C Nr Verdigre
|
206cfs |
North Loup River At Taylor
|
464cfs |
Bazile Creek At Center
|
85cfs |
Ponca Creek At Verdel
|
23cfs |