Indian Creek 5-5 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Indian Creek 5-6 Indian Creek 5-7
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Indian Creek 5-5, located in Gage County, Nebraska, is a grade stabilization structure designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1955.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 18.3 feet, with a structural height of 22.3 feet and a length of 470 feet. It serves the primary purpose of grade stabilization along the TR-Indian Creek, with a storage capacity of 65.7 acre-feet. The dam has a low hazard potential and is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in April 2017.
Managed by the local government, Indian Creek 5-5 is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. The dam covers a drainage area of 0.27 square miles and has a normal storage capacity of 2.3 acre-feet. While no spillway type is specified, the structure has a surface area of 1.38 acres and a maximum discharge capacity of 1256 cubic feet per second. With its location in the Omaha District and proximity to the city of Pickrell, Indian Creek 5-5 plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region.
Overall, Indian Creek 5-5 is an essential infrastructure for managing water flow and preventing erosion along Indian Creek. With its history of successful operation and maintenance, the dam continues to fulfill its grade stabilization purpose effectively. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the engineering details and regulatory framework that ensure the safety and functionality of this important structure in Nebraska's water management system.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
470 |
Dam Height |
18.3 |
River Or Stream |
TR-INDIAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1.38 |
Hydraulic Height |
18.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.27 |
Nid Storage |
65.7 |
Structural Height |
22.3 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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.
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