Big Plum Creek
Key Takeaway
Big Plum Creek is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1941 and is 85 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 74 ft (taller than 99.4% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,794 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 252 acres |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1941 (85 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01026 |
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
Central Nebraska Public Power & Irrigation District
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Big Plum Creek?
Big Plum Creek 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 Plum Creek?
Big Plum Creek is owned by Central Nebraska Public Power & Irrigation District (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Plum Creek built?
Big Plum Creek was completed in 1941, making it 85 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 Plum Creek?
Big Plum Creek serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Big Plum Creek?
Big Plum Creek has a dam height of 74 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 Plum Creek last inspected?
Big Plum Creek was last inspected on August 24, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.