Bean Creek 5-6
Key Takeaway
Bean Creek 5-6 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 | 36 ft (taller than 84.1% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 705 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 899 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01598 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Nemaha Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bean Creek 5-6?
Bean Creek 5-6 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 Bean Creek 5-6?
Bean Creek 5-6 is owned by Nemaha Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bean Creek 5-6 built?
Bean Creek 5-6 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 Bean Creek 5-6?
Bean Creek 5-6 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 Bean Creek 5-6?
Bean Creek 5-6 has a dam height of 36 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 Bean Creek 5-6 last inspected?
Bean Creek 5-6 was last inspected on May 23, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.