Papio Creek D-17
Key Takeaway
Papio Creek D-17 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 66.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,097 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 660 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,007 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02460 |
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
Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Papio Creek D-17?
Papio Creek D-17 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 Papio Creek D-17?
Papio Creek D-17 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 D-17 built?
Papio Creek D-17 was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 D-17?
Papio Creek D-17 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 Papio Creek D-17?
Papio Creek D-17 has a dam height of 30 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 D-17 last inspected?
Papio Creek D-17 was last inspected on May 30, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.