Dam 15-10-2w

TR-BEAVER CREEK· York, Nebraska· Built 1998· Earth· 34 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Dam 15-10-2w is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 34 ft (taller than 79.7% in NE)
Dam Length615 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage471 acre-ft
Normal Storage121 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge466 cfs
Year Completed1998 (28 years old)
NID IDNE02481

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: June 23, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam 15-10-2w?

Dam 15-10-2w 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 Dam 15-10-2w?

Dam 15-10-2w is owned by Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam 15-10-2w built?

Dam 15-10-2w was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Dam 15-10-2w?

Dam 15-10-2w 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 Dam 15-10-2w?

Dam 15-10-2w has a dam height of 34 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 Dam 15-10-2w last inspected?

Dam 15-10-2w was last inspected on June 23, 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.