Prairie Creek Upland Dam 4 (Pcul4) Reservoir Report
Nearby: Prairie Creek 4 Wissing Dam
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Prairie Creek Upland Dam 4 (Pcul4) is a local government-owned dam located in Hall, Nebraska, along the Prairie Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 2013, this earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet with a hydraulic height of 25.78 feet, serving the primary purpose of flood risk reduction in the area. With a storage capacity of 1377.4 acre-feet and a drainage area of 4.49 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and reducing the risk of flooding along the Prairie Creek.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources (NE DNR), Prairie Creek Upland Dam 4 is inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam has been assessed to be in satisfactory condition, with a low hazard potential. In case of emergencies, the dam has protocols in place, although details regarding emergency action plans and risk management measures are currently unavailable. With a maximum discharge capacity of 2123 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a vital role in mitigating flood risks in the region.
Located in Congressional District 03, Nebraska, Prairie Creek Upland Dam 4 remains a key infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the area. With its strategic location along the Prairie Creek and its ability to store significant amounts of water, the dam serves as a critical component in the overall water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Nebraska.
Year Completed |
2013 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
Prairie Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
25.78 |
Drainage Area |
4.49 |
Nid Storage |
1377.4 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
36 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
South Loup R At St. Michael
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178cfs |
Platte River Near Grand Island
|
1450cfs |
Middle Loup R. At St. Paul
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1520cfs |
Platte River Near Kearney
|
589cfs |
North Loup River Nr St Paul Nebr
|
2580cfs |
Warm Slough Nr Central City
|
0cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Prairie Creek Upland Dam 4 (Pcul4)