WP-1 Regional Detention Basin

WP-1 is planned to be located on a tributary to the West Papillion Creek in northwest Omaha.  Controlling almost 900 acres of drainage area, this structure will provide flood risk reduction through the heart of Omaha and down into the communities of Papillion and Bellevue. The site is predominantly surrounded by development and will provide highly sought after local outdoor recreation opportunities. It will be located directly west of Elkhorn North High School just across from 180th St. 

Supplemental funding from the Nebraska Water Sustainability Fund was granted for WP-1 due to the flood control, grade stabilization, water quality improvements, recreation, and wildlife habitat improvement benefits of the project. A water quality basin on the north end of the recreation area will provide an embankment to trap sediments and for a trail crossing to complete a closed loop around the lake. The recreation area will be managed by the City of Omaha upon completion, and the reservoir will be stocked with fish by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission.