Gabel Dam, located in Homer, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure built in 2015 with a primary purpose of fire protection and serving as a small fish pond.
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This Earth-type dam stands at a height of 56.7 feet, with a hydraulic height of 54.3 feet and a structural height of 60.7 feet. It has a storage capacity of 388.4 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 157 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 13.9 acres and draining an area of 0.67 square miles.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Gabel Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced at the state level, ensuring its safety and functionality. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regularly assessed and maintained to meet safety standards, with its last inspection conducted in April 2018. The dam's location on the TR-OMAHA CREEK provides vital water resources for fire protection and stock, while also serving as a recreational spot for fishing enthusiasts in the area.
Gabel Dam's presence on Congressional District 03, Nebraska, underlines its significance in water resource management in the region. With its satisfactory condition assessment and adherence to state regulatory agencies, Gabel Dam stands as a vital structure contributing to water conservation efforts and climate resilience in Dakota County, Nebraska, reflecting a commitment to sustainable water infrastructure development in the face of changing climatic conditions.
Year Completed |
2015 |
Dam Length |
690 |
Dam Height |
56.7 |
River Or Stream |
TR-OMAHA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
54.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.67 |
Nid Storage |
388.4 |
Structural Height |
60.7 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
61 |
Omaha Cr At Homer
|
45cfs |
South Omaha Creek At Walthill
|
11cfs |
Missouri River At Sioux City
|
14300cfs |
West Fork Ditch At Hornick
|
80cfs |
Logan Creek At Wakefield
|
149cfs |
Floyd River At James
|
187cfs |