Cub Creek 12-A
Key Takeaway
Cub Creek 12-A is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 84.1% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,090 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 235 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 41 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,029 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00132 |
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
Lower Big Blue Natural Resources District
Local Government
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Low Hazard 25 ftCub Creek 12-D
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Low Hazard 30 ftCub Creek 13-D
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Low Hazard 26 ftCub Creek 10-A
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Low Hazard 27 ftSchmidt Ag Irrigation Dam
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Low Hazard 21 ftCub Creek 9-B
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Low Hazard 33 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Cub Creek 12-A?
Cub Creek 12-A 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 Cub Creek 12-A?
Cub Creek 12-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 Cub Creek 12-A built?
Cub Creek 12-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 Cub Creek 12-A?
Cub Creek 12-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 Cub Creek 12-A?
Cub Creek 12-A has a dam height of 36 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 Cub Creek 12-A last inspected?
Cub Creek 12-A was last inspected on July 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.