Jones Creek 1-A
Key Takeaway
Jones Creek 1-A is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 79.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 419 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00010 |
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
Central Platte Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Jones Creek 1-A?
Jones 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 Jones Creek 1-A?
Jones Creek 1-A is owned by Central Platte Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jones Creek 1-A built?
Jones Creek 1-A was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Jones Creek 1-A?
Jones 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 Jones Creek 1-A?
Jones Creek 1-A 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 Jones Creek 1-A last inspected?
Jones Creek 1-A was last inspected on June 8, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.