Brule Creek 1-A
Key Takeaway
Brule Creek 1-A is classified as high hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 51 ft (taller than 96.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 14,777 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2023 |
| NID ID | NE00211 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Twin Platte Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Brule Creek 1-A?
Brule Creek 1-A is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Brule Creek 1-A?
Brule Creek 1-A is owned by Twin Platte Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brule Creek 1-A built?
Brule Creek 1-A was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Brule Creek 1-A?
Brule Creek 1-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 Brule Creek 1-A?
Brule Creek 1-A has a dam height of 51 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 Brule Creek 1-A last inspected?
Brule Creek 1-A was last inspected on May 4, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.