Liberty Creek West Dam
Key Takeaway
Liberty Creek West Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,135 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 317 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 962 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02346 |
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
Webster County Highway Superintendent
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Liberty Creek West Dam?
Liberty Creek West 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 West Dam?
Liberty Creek West Dam is owned by Webster County Highway Superintendent (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Liberty Creek West Dam built?
Liberty Creek West Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 West Dam?
Liberty Creek West 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 West Dam?
Liberty Creek West Dam has a dam height of 25 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 West Dam last inspected?
Liberty Creek West Dam was last inspected on June 24, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.