Indian Creek 11-A
Key Takeaway
Indian Creek 11-A is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 73.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 545 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 453 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00919 |
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 11-A?
Indian Creek 11-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 11-A?
Indian Creek 11-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 11-A built?
Indian Creek 11-A was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 11-A?
Indian Creek 11-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 11-A?
Indian Creek 11-A has a dam height of 32 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 11-A last inspected?
Indian Creek 11-A was last inspected on May 29, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.