Buffalo Creek Gs-14
Key Takeaway
Buffalo Creek Gs-14 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 73.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 584 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 202 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 785 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01880 |
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
Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Buffalo Creek Gs-14?
Buffalo Creek Gs-14 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 Gs-14?
Buffalo Creek Gs-14 is owned by Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Buffalo Creek Gs-14 built?
Buffalo Creek Gs-14 was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Gs-14?
Buffalo Creek Gs-14 serves the following purposes: Other, 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 Gs-14?
Buffalo Creek Gs-14 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 Buffalo Creek Gs-14 last inspected?
Buffalo Creek Gs-14 was last inspected on September 12, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.