Brownell Creek 16-A
Key Takeaway
Brownell Creek 16-A is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 90.3% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 995 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 440 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 40 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00855 |
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
Nemaha Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Brownell Creek 16-A?
Brownell Creek 16-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 Brownell Creek 16-A?
Brownell Creek 16-A is owned by Nemaha Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brownell Creek 16-A built?
Brownell Creek 16-A was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Brownell Creek 16-A?
Brownell Creek 16-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 Brownell Creek 16-A?
Brownell Creek 16-A has a dam height of 40 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 Brownell Creek 16-A last inspected?
Brownell Creek 16-A was last inspected on June 2, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.