Wilson Creek 2-26

TR-N FK LITTLE NEMAHA RIVER· Otoe, Nebraska· Built 1965· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Wilson Creek 2-26 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 55% in NE)
Dam Length555 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage54 acre-ft
Normal Storage17 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge221 cfs
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDNE00877

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 20, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Nemaha Natural Resources District

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wilson Creek 2-26?

Wilson Creek 2-26 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Wilson Creek 2-26?

Wilson Creek 2-26 is owned by Nemaha Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Wilson Creek 2-26 built?

Wilson Creek 2-26 was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Wilson Creek 2-26?

Wilson Creek 2-26 serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Wilson Creek 2-26?

Wilson Creek 2-26 has a dam height of 27 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 Wilson Creek 2-26 last inspected?

Wilson Creek 2-26 was last inspected on May 20, 2019. 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.