Turkey Creek 9 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Turkey Creek 4 Galen Tuttle Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Turkey Creek 9 is a vital flood risk reduction structure located in Saline County, Nebraska.
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Summary
Completed in 2015, this earth dam stands at an impressive height of 36.25 feet, with a structural height of 48.25 feet and a length of 1200 feet. It has a storage capacity of 4920 acre-feet and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction for the surrounding area.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Turkey Creek 9 is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state agencies to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regularly assessed and maintained to meet safety standards. The surrounding area benefits from the normal storage of 526.7 acre-feet and a drainage area of 15.6 square miles, providing essential flood protection for the local community.
With a satisfactory condition assessment as of November 2016, Turkey Creek 9 continues to play a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region. Its strategic location along the DRY BR Turkey Creek, in Pleasant Hill, Nebraska, highlights its importance in safeguarding the community from potential water-related disasters. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the impact and significance of structures like Turkey Creek 9 is essential in promoting sustainable water management practices for a resilient future.
Year Completed |
2015 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
36.25 |
River Or Stream |
DRY BR TURKEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
103 |
Hydraulic Height |
36.25 |
Drainage Area |
15.6 |
Nid Storage |
4920 |
Structural Height |
48.25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
48 |
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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.
Turkey Creek 9