Big Indian Creek 15-B
Key Takeaway
Big Indian Creek 15-B is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 76.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,366 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 226 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,480 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00970 |
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
Lower Big Blue Natural Resources District
Local Government
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Low Hazard 32 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Big Indian Creek 15-B?
Big Indian Creek 15-B 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 Big Indian Creek 15-B?
Big Indian Creek 15-B is owned by Lower Big Blue Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Indian Creek 15-B built?
Big Indian Creek 15-B was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Big Indian Creek 15-B?
Big Indian Creek 15-B serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Big Indian Creek 15-B?
Big Indian Creek 15-B has a dam height of 33 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 Big Indian Creek 15-B last inspected?
Big Indian Creek 15-B was last inspected on March 29, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.