Belf Muddy Creek 1
Key Takeaway
Belf Muddy Creek 1 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | NE04092 |
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
Nebraska Board of Educational Lands & Funds
State Government
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Low Hazard 15 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Belf Muddy Creek 1?
Belf Muddy Creek 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 Belf Muddy Creek 1?
Belf Muddy Creek 1 is owned by Nebraska Board of Educational Lands & Funds (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Belf Muddy Creek 1 built?
Belf Muddy Creek 1 was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Belf Muddy Creek 1?
Belf Muddy Creek 1 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Belf Muddy Creek 1?
Belf Muddy Creek 1 has a dam height of 19 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 Belf Muddy Creek 1 last inspected?
Belf Muddy Creek 1 was last inspected on October 23, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.