Blackwood Creek P-5
Key Takeaway
Blackwood Creek P-5 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 73.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 577 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 384 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 673 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01809 |
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 P-5?
Blackwood Creek P-5 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 P-5?
Blackwood Creek P-5 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 P-5 built?
Blackwood Creek P-5 was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 P-5?
Blackwood Creek P-5 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 P-5?
Blackwood Creek P-5 has a dam height of 32 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 P-5 last inspected?
Blackwood Creek P-5 was last inspected on April 27, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.