Buffalo-French Creek F-5
Key Takeaway
Buffalo-French Creek F-5 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 55% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 668 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 816 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02178 |
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-French Creek F-5?
Buffalo-French Creek F-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 Buffalo-French Creek F-5?
Buffalo-French Creek F-5 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-French Creek F-5 built?
Buffalo-French Creek F-5 was completed in 1984, making it 42 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-French Creek F-5?
Buffalo-French Creek F-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 Buffalo-French Creek F-5?
Buffalo-French Creek F-5 has a dam height of 27 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-French Creek F-5 last inspected?
Buffalo-French Creek F-5 was last inspected on December 6, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.