Dry Creek Upland Dam 6 (Dcul 6) dam
Dry Creek Upland Dam 6 (Dcul 6)
Dry Creek Upland Dam 6 (DCUL 6) is a significant earth dam located in Cairo, Hall County, Nebraska, designed for flood risk reduction along the Dry Creek stream. Completed in 2013, this dam stands at a height of 24 feet with a hydraulic height of 23.83 feet and a structural height of 32 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1495 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 3.49 square miles and a maximum discharge capability of 150 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and reducing flood risks in the area.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, DCUL 6 has been inspected regularly, with a satisfactory condition assessment as of September 2020. Despite its significant hazard potential, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures remain unclear. The dam's location and design, coupled with its flood risk reduction primary purpose, highlight its importance in protecting the surrounding community from potential water-related disasters. With its strategic placement and modern construction, DCUL 6 serves as a vital infrastructure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to study and appreciate in the context of sustainable water management practices.
Overall, Dry Creek Upland Dam 6 (DCUL 6) stands as a testament to effective flood risk mitigation efforts in Nebraska, showcasing the state's commitment to water resource management and infrastructure development. As a key component in the local water management system, this dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding the community from potential flood events and ensuring the sustainable use of water resources in the region. Its construction and operation demonstrate the collaborative efforts between government agencies, designers, and regulators to create a resilient and efficient infrastructure for managing water resources and addressing climate challenges in the area.
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 Dry Creek Upland Dam 6 (Dcul 6) -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| South Loup R At St. Michael | 173 cfs | → |
| Middle Loup R. At St. Paul | 728 cfs | → |
| Platte River Near Grand Island | 91 cfs | → |
| North Loup River Nr St Paul Nebr | 435 cfs | → |
| Warm Slough Nr Central City | · | → |
| Platte River Near Kearney | 138 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Dry Creek Upland Dam 6 (Dcul 6).
Track Dry Creek Upland Dam 6 (Dcul 6) in the Snoflo app
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About Dry Creek Upland Dam 6 (Dcul 6)
Where does the data for Dry Creek Upland Dam 6 (Dcul 6) 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 Significant 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 Dry Creek Upland Dam 6 (Dcul 6).