Little Sandy Creek 40
Key Takeaway
Little Sandy Creek 40 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 94.4% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 2,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 146 acres |
| Drainage Area | 23 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,503 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02802 |
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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Low Hazard 34 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Little Sandy Creek 40?
Little Sandy Creek 40 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 40?
Little Sandy Creek 40 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 40 built?
Little Sandy Creek 40 was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 40?
Little Sandy Creek 40 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 40?
Little Sandy Creek 40 has a dam height of 45 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 40 last inspected?
Little Sandy Creek 40 was last inspected on October 4, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.