Mud Creek 2-D

TR-MUD CREEK· Gage, Nebraska· Built 1965· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Mud Creek 2-D is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 42.8% in NE)
Dam Length755 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage479 acre-ft
Normal Storage51 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge789 cfs
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDNE00956

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 28, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Lower Big Blue Natural Resources District

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mud Creek 2-D?

Mud Creek 2-D 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 Mud Creek 2-D?

Mud Creek 2-D 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 Mud Creek 2-D built?

Mud Creek 2-D was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Mud Creek 2-D?

Mud Creek 2-D 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 Mud Creek 2-D?

Mud Creek 2-D has a dam height of 24 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 Mud Creek 2-D last inspected?

Mud Creek 2-D was last inspected on September 28, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.