Winnebago Creek 41-3a

TR-WINNEBAGO CREEK· Richardson, Nebraska· Built 1978· Earth· 45 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Winnebago Creek 41-3a is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 45 ft (taller than 94.4% in NE)
Dam Length1,718 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage642 acre-ft
Normal Storage176 acre-ft
Surface Area21 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge1,600 cfs
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)
NID IDNE01631

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: June 2, 2022
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 Winnebago Creek 41-3a?

Winnebago Creek 41-3a 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 Winnebago Creek 41-3a?

Winnebago Creek 41-3a is owned by Nemaha Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Winnebago Creek 41-3a built?

Winnebago Creek 41-3a was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Winnebago Creek 41-3a?

Winnebago Creek 41-3a 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 Winnebago Creek 41-3a?

Winnebago Creek 41-3a has a dam height of 45 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 Winnebago Creek 41-3a last inspected?

Winnebago Creek 41-3a was last inspected on June 2, 2022. 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.