Dam 22-9-4 dam
Dam 22-9-4
Dam 22-9-4, located in McCool Junction, Nebraska, is a local government-owned earth dam primarily used for irrigation purposes along the TR-W FK Big Blue River. Completed in 1984, this dam stands at a height of 31 feet with a hydraulic height of 24 feet and a length of 385 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 230 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 2.5 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 44 acre-feet, Dam 22-9-4 plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region.
Maintained and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Dam 22-9-4 has a low hazard potential and is in satisfactory condition as of its last inspection in May 2016. Despite its age, this dam continues to effectively serve its purpose and contribute to the local irrigation infrastructure. With a maximum discharge capacity of 620 cubic feet per second, Dam 22-9-4 remains a key component of water management for agricultural activities in the area, showcasing the importance of sustainable water resource practices in the face of changing climate patterns.
As a vital piece of infrastructure in the region, Dam 22-9-4 serves as a reminder of the importance of proactive maintenance and monitoring of water resources in the face of climate variability. With its strategic location and efficient design, this dam stands as a testament to the resilience of water management systems in adapting to evolving environmental challenges. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Dam 22-9-4 offers a fascinating case study in the intersection of engineering, natural resource management, and climate resilience.
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 Dam 22-9-4 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Platte River Near Grand Island | 1,880 cfs | → |
| Warm Slough Nr Central City | · | → |
| West Fork Big Blue River Nr Dorchester | 177 cfs | → |
| Little Blue River Near Deweese | 54 cfs | → |
| Silver Cr | 10 cfs | → |
| Prairie Creek Nr Silver Creek Nebr | 9 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Dam 22-9-4.
Boat launches
- Bruce L. Anderson Recreation Area
- Pioneer Trails
- Smith Creek Recreation Area
- Bruning Pit
- Lone Star
- Swan Creek Wma
Campgrounds
- Streeter Municipal Park
- Tooley Park
- Buckly Park Free Campgrounds
- Bader Memorial Park
- Dld State Wayside Rec Area
More reservoirs
Track Dam 22-9-4 in the Snoflo app
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About Dam 22-9-4
Where does the data for Dam 22-9-4 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 Low 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 Dam 22-9-4.