Middle Branch Big Nemaha 9-C
Key Takeaway
Middle Branch Big Nemaha 9-C is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 84.1% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 960 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 618 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,675 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01559 |
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
Nemaha Natural Resources District
Local Government
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Low Hazard 21 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Middle Branch Big Nemaha 9-C?
Middle Branch Big Nemaha 9-C 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 Middle Branch Big Nemaha 9-C?
Middle Branch Big Nemaha 9-C is owned by Nemaha Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Middle Branch Big Nemaha 9-C built?
Middle Branch Big Nemaha 9-C was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Middle Branch Big Nemaha 9-C?
Middle Branch Big Nemaha 9-C 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 Middle Branch Big Nemaha 9-C?
Middle Branch Big Nemaha 9-C has a dam height of 36 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 Middle Branch Big Nemaha 9-C last inspected?
Middle Branch Big Nemaha 9-C was last inspected on June 3, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.