Liberty Creek North Dam
Key Takeaway
Liberty Creek North Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 55% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 965 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 832 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 205 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 36 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 673 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02315 |
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
Little Blue Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Liberty Creek North Dam?
Liberty Creek North Dam 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 Liberty Creek North Dam?
Liberty Creek North Dam is owned by Little Blue Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Liberty Creek North Dam built?
Liberty Creek North Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Liberty Creek North Dam?
Liberty Creek North Dam 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 Liberty Creek North Dam?
Liberty Creek North Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Liberty Creek North Dam last inspected?
Liberty Creek North Dam was last inspected on September 20, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.