Aowa Creek 31-1

TR-POWDER CREEK· Dixon, Nebraska· Built 1972· Earth· 38 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Aowa Creek 31-1 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 38 ft (taller than 87.6% in NE)
Dam Length530 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage59 acre-ft
Normal Storage19 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge132 cfs
Year Completed1972 (54 years old)
NID IDNE00402

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: April 8, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Lewis & Clark Natural Resources District

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Aowa Creek 31-1?

Aowa Creek 31-1 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 Aowa Creek 31-1?

Aowa Creek 31-1 is owned by Lewis & Clark Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Aowa Creek 31-1 built?

Aowa Creek 31-1 was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Aowa Creek 31-1?

Aowa Creek 31-1 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 Aowa Creek 31-1?

Aowa Creek 31-1 has a dam height of 38 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 Aowa Creek 31-1 last inspected?

Aowa Creek 31-1 was last inspected on April 8, 2020. 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.