Ziegler Creek Z-5-4

TR-LITTLE NEMAHA RIVER· Otoe, Nebraska· Built 1969· Earth· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Ziegler Creek Z-5-4 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 63.8% in NE)
Dam Length125 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage527 acre-ft
Normal Storage46 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge2,006 cfs
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)
NID IDNE00894

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, 2021
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 Ziegler Creek Z-5-4?

Ziegler Creek Z-5-4 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 Ziegler Creek Z-5-4?

Ziegler Creek Z-5-4 is owned by Nemaha Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ziegler Creek Z-5-4 built?

Ziegler Creek Z-5-4 was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Ziegler Creek Z-5-4?

Ziegler Creek Z-5-4 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 Ziegler Creek Z-5-4?

Ziegler Creek Z-5-4 has a dam height of 29 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 Ziegler Creek Z-5-4 last inspected?

Ziegler Creek Z-5-4 was last inspected on June 2, 2021. 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.