Cub Creek 12-D

TR-CUB CREEK· Jefferson, Nebraska· Built 1977· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Cub Creek 12-D is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 66.9% in NE)
Dam Length1,400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage2.7K acre-ft
Normal Storage390 acre-ft
Surface Area91 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Max Discharge700 cfs
Year Completed1977 (49 years old)
NID IDNE01577

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 21, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Lower Big Blue Natural Resources District

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cub Creek 12-D?

Cub Creek 12-D 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-D?

Cub Creek 12-D 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-D built?

Cub Creek 12-D was completed in 1977, making it 49 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-D?

Cub Creek 12-D 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-D?

Cub Creek 12-D has a dam height of 30 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-D last inspected?

Cub Creek 12-D was last inspected on May 21, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.