Pigeon-Jones Creek 16 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Andersen Farms Dam Hirsch Dam
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Pigeon-Jones Creek 16, located in Dakota County, Nebraska, is a vital flood risk reduction structure managed by the local government.
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Summary
Completed in 2016, this earth dam stands at a height of 34.5 feet and plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. With a storage capacity of 212.4 acre-feet and a drainage area of 1.66 square miles, the dam serves as a sustainable solution to manage water resources in the region.
This dam on Jones Creek, a tributary of unknown dimension in the area, is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources (DNR), with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its structural integrity and operational efficiency. With a satisfactory condition assessment as of May 2018 and a low hazard potential, Pigeon-Jones Creek 16 stands as a reliable infrastructure for flood control in the region. Furthermore, the dam's design, with a stone core and soil foundation, showcases engineering ingenuity to withstand potential hydraulic pressures and serve its primary purpose effectively.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Pigeon-Jones Creek 16 represents a significant investment in flood risk reduction infrastructure in Nebraska. Managed by the local government and meeting state regulatory standards, this earth dam demonstrates the commitment to sustainable water management practices in the area. With its strategic location on Jones Creek and impressive storage capacity, the dam stands as a testament to proactive measures taken to protect communities and ecosystems from the impacts of extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
2016 |
Dam Length |
415 |
Dam Height |
34.5 |
River Or Stream |
JONES CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1.05 |
Hydraulic Height |
30.75 |
Drainage Area |
1.66 |
Nid Storage |
212.4 |
Structural Height |
39 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
39 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Omaha Cr At Homer
|
45cfs |
Missouri River At Sioux City
|
14400cfs |
South Omaha Creek At Walthill
|
11cfs |
Logan Creek At Wakefield
|
149cfs |
Floyd River At James
|
187cfs |
Perry Creek Near Milnerville
|
25cfs |
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.
Pigeon-Jones Creek 16
200th Street Dakota County