Plum Creek 5-B
Key Takeaway
Plum Creek 5-B is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 32.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 803 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 362 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,016 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01534 |
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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Low Hazard 37 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Plum Creek 5-B?
Plum Creek 5-B 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 Plum Creek 5-B?
Plum Creek 5-B 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 Plum Creek 5-B built?
Plum Creek 5-B was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Plum Creek 5-B?
Plum Creek 5-B 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 Plum Creek 5-B?
Plum Creek 5-B has a dam height of 21 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 Plum Creek 5-B last inspected?
Plum Creek 5-B was last inspected on June 23, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.