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MITCHELL CREEK FARMS DAM

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Soil Dam Tr-Mitchell Creek
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Mitchell Creek Farms Dam, located in Frontier, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure that plays a crucial role in flood risk reduction along the Mitchell Creek. Built in 1980, this earth dam stands at a height of 22.3 feet and has a storage capacity of 123.3 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 21.4 acre-feet. With a surface area of 7.8 acres and serving a drainage area of 5.27 square miles, the dam helps mitigate potential flooding in the region.

Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Mitchell Creek Farms Dam is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement to ensure its safety and effectiveness. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated as of its last inspection in November 2015. While the dam does not have a designated emergency action plan in place, its inspection frequency of every 10 years highlights the ongoing efforts to monitor and maintain its structural integrity for the surrounding community's safety.

As a vital piece of infrastructure in the area, Mitchell Creek Farms Dam serves not only as a flood risk reduction measure but also contributes to other purposes. With its strategic location and design, the dam stands as a testament to responsible water resource management and climate resilience in the region. Its role in safeguarding the community from potential disasters underscores the importance of sustainable infrastructure practices for a changing climate.

Year_Completed 1980
Dam_Height 22.3
River_Or_Stream TR-MITCHELL CREEK
Dam_Length 390
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 7.8
Hydraulic_Height 22.3
Drainage_Area 5.27
Nid_Storage 123.3
Structural_Height 22.3
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 22
       

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