Powder Creek 32-9
Key Takeaway
Powder Creek 32-9 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 73.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 513 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 113 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 415 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00711 |
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
Lewis & Clark Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Powder Creek 32-9?
Powder Creek 32-9 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 Powder Creek 32-9?
Powder Creek 32-9 is owned by Lewis & Clark Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Powder Creek 32-9 built?
Powder Creek 32-9 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 Powder Creek 32-9?
Powder Creek 32-9 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 Powder Creek 32-9?
Powder Creek 32-9 has a dam height of 32 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 Powder Creek 32-9 last inspected?
Powder Creek 32-9 was last inspected on April 8, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.