Papio Creek 15-A
Key Takeaway
Papio Creek 15-A is classified as high hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2017 and is 9 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 56 ft (taller than 98.2% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,920 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 9.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 220 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 22,620 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2017 (9 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03289 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District
Local Government
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Low Hazard 21 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Papio Creek 15-A?
Papio Creek 15-A is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Papio Creek 15-A?
Papio Creek 15-A is owned by Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Papio Creek 15-A built?
Papio Creek 15-A was completed in 2017, making it 9 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 Papio Creek 15-A?
Papio Creek 15-A serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Papio Creek 15-A?
Papio Creek 15-A has a dam height of 56 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 Papio Creek 15-A last inspected?
Papio Creek 15-A was last inspected on October 17, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.