Sand Creek 15
Key Takeaway
Sand Creek 15 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2013 and is 13 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 87.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 265 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 47 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,588 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2013 (13 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03295 |
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 Platte North Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sand Creek 15?
Sand Creek 15 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 Sand Creek 15?
Sand Creek 15 is owned by Lower Platte North Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sand Creek 15 built?
Sand Creek 15 was completed in 2013, making it 13 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 Sand Creek 15?
Sand Creek 15 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sand Creek 15?
Sand Creek 15 has a dam height of 38 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 Sand Creek 15 last inspected?
Sand Creek 15 was last inspected on September 12, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.