Mitchell Creek Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Mitchell Creek Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 35.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NE08615 |
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
Everett H & Maurice L Bortner
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mitchell Creek Farms Dam?
Mitchell Creek Farms 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 Mitchell Creek Farms Dam?
Mitchell Creek Farms Dam is owned by Everett H & Maurice L Bortner (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mitchell Creek Farms Dam built?
Mitchell Creek Farms Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Mitchell Creek Farms Dam?
Mitchell Creek Farms Dam 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 Mitchell Creek Farms Dam?
Mitchell Creek Farms Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Mitchell Creek Farms Dam last inspected?
Mitchell Creek Farms Dam was last inspected on November 25, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.