Cub Creek G-7
Key Takeaway
Cub Creek G-7 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 59.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 124 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00621 |
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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What is the hazard classification of Cub Creek G-7?
Cub Creek G-7 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 G-7?
Cub Creek G-7 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 G-7 built?
Cub Creek G-7 was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 G-7?
Cub Creek G-7 serves the following purposes: Other, 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 G-7?
Cub Creek G-7 has a dam height of 28 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 G-7 last inspected?
Cub Creek G-7 was last inspected on April 19, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.