Mission Creek 6-3
Key Takeaway
Mission Creek 6-3 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 610 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 550 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01284 |
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
Lower Big Blue Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mission Creek 6-3?
Mission Creek 6-3 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 Mission Creek 6-3?
Mission Creek 6-3 is owned by Lower Big Blue Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mission Creek 6-3 built?
Mission Creek 6-3 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Mission Creek 6-3?
Mission Creek 6-3 serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mission Creek 6-3?
Mission Creek 6-3 has a dam height of 19 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 Mission Creek 6-3 last inspected?
Mission Creek 6-3 was last inspected on June 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.