Little Sandy Creek 30
Key Takeaway
Little Sandy Creek 30 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 59.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 318 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 612 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02758 |
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
Nearby Dams
Kerwood Dam
Thayer, NE
Low Hazard 27 ftLittle Sandy Creek 40
Thayer, NE
Low Hazard 45 ftMid-America Feedyard Lagoon 3 Dam Lower Extension
Thayer, NE
Low Hazard 26 ftEndorf Irrigation Dam
Fillmore, NE
Low Hazard 20 ftExidon Lagoon 1b Dam
Thayer, NE
Low Hazard 21 ftJustin Ellicot Dam
Thayer, NE
Low Hazard 18 ftKujath Dam
Jefferson, NE
Low Hazard 16 ftSwan Creek 92
Saline, NE
Low Hazard 34 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Little Sandy Creek 30?
Little Sandy Creek 30 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 Little Sandy Creek 30?
Little Sandy Creek 30 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 Little Sandy Creek 30 built?
Little Sandy Creek 30 was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Little Sandy Creek 30?
Little Sandy Creek 30 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 Little Sandy Creek 30?
Little Sandy Creek 30 has a dam height of 28 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 Little Sandy Creek 30 last inspected?
Little Sandy Creek 30 was last inspected on April 18, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.