Rock Creek 1-7
Key Takeaway
Rock Creek 1-7 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 76.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 570 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,016 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00774 |
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
Nemaha Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Rock Creek 1-7?
Rock Creek 1-7 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 Rock Creek 1-7?
Rock Creek 1-7 is owned by Nemaha Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rock Creek 1-7 built?
Rock Creek 1-7 was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Rock Creek 1-7?
Rock Creek 1-7 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 Rock Creek 1-7?
Rock Creek 1-7 has a dam height of 33 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 Rock Creek 1-7 last inspected?
Rock Creek 1-7 was last inspected on May 6, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.