Mike Chatt Dam 3 dam
Mike Chatt Dam 3
Mike Chatt Dam 3 in Nebraska, designed by USDA NRCS, serves as a vital flood risk reduction structure along TR-CARR CREEK. Completed in 2011, this private Earth dam stands at a height of 28.2 feet and has a structural height of 31.6 feet, providing essential protection for the surrounding area. With a maximum storage capacity of 34.9 acre-feet and a normal storage of 18.8 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Situated in Burt County, Nebraska, Mike Chatt Dam 3 covers a surface area of 2.4 acres and has a drainage area of 0.28 square miles. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regularly inspected by NE DNR to ensure its structural integrity and efficacy in flood control. With a satisfactory condition assessment as of October 2019, this dam exemplifies modern engineering practices in water resource management. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will appreciate the importance of this dam in safeguarding the local community against potential flooding events.
As a key component of flood risk reduction efforts, Mike Chatt Dam 3 stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between private entities and regulatory agencies in ensuring the safety and resilience of water infrastructure. With its strategic location and effective design, this Earth dam serves as a critical defense mechanism against potential disasters, highlighting the significance of proactive measures in water resource management. For enthusiasts passionate about sustainable water practices and climate resilience, Mike Chatt Dam 3 represents a beacon of innovation and dedication towards safeguarding communities and ecosystems in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Mike Chatt Dam 3 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Logan Creek Near Uehling | 215 cfs | → |
| Maple Creek Near Nickerson | 44 cfs | → |
| Soldier River At Pisgah | 125 cfs | → |
| Missouri River At Decatur | 26,300 cfs | → |
| Monona-Harrison Ditch Near Turin | 187 cfs | → |
| Little Sioux River Near Turin | 1,680 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Mike Chatt Dam 3.
Track Mike Chatt Dam 3 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Mike Chatt Dam 3
Where does the data for Mike Chatt Dam 3 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Mike Chatt Dam 3.