Indian Creek 1-A
Key Takeaway
Indian Creek 1-A is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 63.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 807 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 895 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,795 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00947 |
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 Indian Creek 1-A?
Indian Creek 1-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 Indian Creek 1-A?
Indian Creek 1-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 Indian Creek 1-A built?
Indian Creek 1-A was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Indian Creek 1-A?
Indian Creek 1-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 Indian Creek 1-A?
Indian Creek 1-A has a dam height of 29 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 Indian Creek 1-A last inspected?
Indian Creek 1-A was last inspected on March 26, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.