Blackwood Creek 12-A
Key Takeaway
Blackwood Creek 12-A is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 68 ft (taller than 99% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,080 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 11.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 63 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 12,100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02323 |
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
Middle Republican Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Blackwood Creek 12-A?
Blackwood Creek 12-A 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 Blackwood Creek 12-A?
Blackwood Creek 12-A is owned by Middle Republican Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blackwood Creek 12-A built?
Blackwood Creek 12-A 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 Blackwood Creek 12-A?
Blackwood Creek 12-A 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 Blackwood Creek 12-A?
Blackwood Creek 12-A has a dam height of 68 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 Blackwood Creek 12-A last inspected?
Blackwood Creek 12-A was last inspected on May 26, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.