Indian Creek 13-A
Key Takeaway
Indian Creek 13-A is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 76.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 610 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 275 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 814 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00488 |
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 13-A?
Indian Creek 13-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 13-A?
Indian Creek 13-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 13-A built?
Indian Creek 13-A was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 13-A?
Indian Creek 13-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 13-A?
Indian Creek 13-A 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 Indian Creek 13-A last inspected?
Indian Creek 13-A was last inspected on June 16, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.