Rock Creek Sediment Control Dam
Key Takeaway
Rock Creek Sediment Control Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 76.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 477 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 498 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02431 |
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
Beaver Lake Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rock Creek Sediment Control Dam?
Rock Creek Sediment Control Dam 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 Sediment Control Dam?
Rock Creek Sediment Control Dam is owned by Beaver Lake Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rock Creek Sediment Control Dam built?
Rock Creek Sediment Control Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Sediment Control Dam?
Rock Creek Sediment Control Dam 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 Sediment Control Dam?
Rock Creek Sediment Control Dam 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 Sediment Control Dam last inspected?
Rock Creek Sediment Control Dam was last inspected on May 23, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.