Clatonia Creek 3-A
Key Takeaway
Clatonia Creek 3-A is classified as significant hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 87.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,678 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 231 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 46 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,750 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01563 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Lower Big Blue Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Clatonia Creek 3-A?
Clatonia Creek 3-A is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Clatonia Creek 3-A?
Clatonia Creek 3-A is owned by Lower Big Blue Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clatonia Creek 3-A built?
Clatonia Creek 3-A was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Clatonia Creek 3-A?
Clatonia Creek 3-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 Clatonia Creek 3-A?
Clatonia Creek 3-A has a dam height of 38 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 Clatonia Creek 3-A last inspected?
Clatonia Creek 3-A was last inspected on May 13, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.