The Nebraska City Road Dam, located on TR-S Table Creek in Nebraska City, Nebraska, serves multiple purposes, including flood risk reduction.
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Completed in 2005, this earth dam stands at a height of 37 feet with a hydraulic height of 39 feet and a structural height of 47 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 7 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 74 acre-feet, this dam covers a surface area of 2 acres and has a drainage area of 0.8 square miles.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, the Nebraska City Road Dam has a low hazard potential and is assessed as being in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in May 2016. While the dam does not have a spillway or outlet gates, it has a maximum discharge capacity of 2071 cubic feet per second. The surrounding area, including the city of Nebraska City, relies on the dam for flood protection and water resource management.
Overall, the Nebraska City Road Dam is a vital infrastructure project in Otoe County, Nebraska, ensuring the safety and well-being of residents in the region. As climate change continues to impact water resources and weather patterns, dams like this play a crucial role in mitigating flood risks and providing essential water storage. Supported by local government ownership and state regulation, the dam exemplifies the cooperative efforts needed to address water challenges in the face of a changing climate.
Dam Height |
37 |
Hydraulic Height |
39 |
Drainage Area |
0.8 |
Year Completed |
2005 |
Structural Height |
47 |
Nid Storage |
74 |
Foundations |
Soil |
Surface Area |
2 |
River Or Stream |
TR-S TABLE CREEK |
Dam Length |
900 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Height |
47 |
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23700cfs |
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20cfs |
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721cfs |
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82cfs |
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322cfs |
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8550cfs |
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