Cub Creek 9-B

TR-CUB CREEK· Jefferson, Nebraska· Built 1980· Earth· 33 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Cub Creek 9-B is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 76.9% in NE)
Dam Length1,092 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.3K acre-ft
Normal Storage160 acre-ft
Surface Area33 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge407 cfs
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDNE01992

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 4, 2021
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 9-B?

Cub Creek 9-B 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 9-B?

Cub Creek 9-B 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 9-B built?

Cub Creek 9-B 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 Cub Creek 9-B?

Cub Creek 9-B serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Cub Creek 9-B?

Cub Creek 9-B has a dam height of 33 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 9-B last inspected?

Cub Creek 9-B was last inspected on May 4, 2021. 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.