Buffalo Creek F-1
Key Takeaway
Buffalo Creek F-1 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 425 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 168 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 67 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01733 |
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 Platte Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Buffalo Creek F-1?
Buffalo Creek F-1 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 Buffalo Creek F-1?
Buffalo Creek F-1 is owned by Central Platte Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Buffalo Creek F-1 built?
Buffalo Creek F-1 was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Buffalo Creek F-1?
Buffalo Creek F-1 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 Buffalo Creek F-1?
Buffalo Creek F-1 has a dam height of 20 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 Buffalo Creek F-1 last inspected?
Buffalo Creek F-1 was last inspected on December 6, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.