Flowing Springs Dam, located in Beatrice, Nebraska, along the TR-Big Blue River, is a private dam constructed in 1995 by Cohorst Engineering & Surveying, Inc.
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This Earth-type dam stands at a height of 25.4 feet and has a storage capacity of 53 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 22 acre-feet. The dam has a surface area of 5.99 acres and a drainage area of 0.13 square miles, making it a vital structure for water resource management in the area.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Flowing Springs Dam is subject to state regulations and inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with standards. With a high hazard potential due to its location and design, the dam has been assessed as satisfactory in condition as of November 2020. Despite its primary purpose being classified as "Other," the dam serves an essential function in controlling water flow and providing water storage along the Big Blue River.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Flowing Springs Dam is not just a structure but a key player in the management of water resources in Gage County, Nebraska. With its strategic location and design, this dam plays a crucial role in flood control, water storage, and overall environmental sustainability in the region.
Year Completed |
1995 |
Dam Length |
459 |
Dam Height |
25.4 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BIG BLUE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.99 |
Hydraulic Height |
25.4 |
Drainage Area |
0.13 |
Nid Storage |
53 |
Structural Height |
25.4 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Turkey Creek Near De Witt
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10cfs |
Big Blue R At Barneston Nebr
|
131cfs |
Little Blue R At Hollenberg
|
70cfs |
Little Blue River Near Fairbury
|
230cfs |
Big Blue River Near Crete
|
95cfs |
Salt Creek At Roca
|
5cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Chautauqua Municipal Park - Beatrice
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Riverside Park - Beatrice
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Rockford Lake State Rec Area
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Feits Memorial Park
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