Indian Creek Golf Course Dam 2

TR-W PAPIO CREEK· Douglas, Nebraska· Built 1996· Earth· 24 ft tall
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Indian Creek Golf Course Dam 2 is classified as high hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 42.8% in NE)
Dam Length770 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage206 acre-ft
Normal Storage4 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge3,684 cfs
Year Completed1996 (30 years old)
NID IDNE02427

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: October 17, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Gottsch Enterprises LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Indian Creek Golf Course Dam 2?

Indian Creek Golf Course Dam 2 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Indian Creek Golf Course Dam 2?

Indian Creek Golf Course Dam 2 is owned by Gottsch Enterprises LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Indian Creek Golf Course Dam 2 built?

Indian Creek Golf Course Dam 2 was completed in 1996, making it 30 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Indian Creek Golf Course Dam 2?

Indian Creek Golf Course Dam 2 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Indian Creek Golf Course Dam 2?

Indian Creek Golf Course Dam 2 has a dam height of 24 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Indian Creek Golf Course Dam 2 last inspected?

Indian Creek Golf Course Dam 2 was last inspected on October 17, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.