Aowa Creek 41-3

TR-AOWA CREEK· Dixon, Nebraska· Built 1988· Earth· 49 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Aowa Creek 41-3 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 49 ft (taller than 96.1% in NE)
Dam Length1,220 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage216 acre-ft
Normal Storage39 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,943 cfs
Year Completed1988 (38 years old)
NID IDNE02313

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 26, 2022
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 41-3?

Aowa Creek 41-3 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 41-3?

Aowa Creek 41-3 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 41-3 built?

Aowa Creek 41-3 was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 41-3?

Aowa Creek 41-3 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 41-3?

Aowa Creek 41-3 has a dam height of 49 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 41-3 last inspected?

Aowa Creek 41-3 was last inspected on April 26, 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.