Silver Creek 11
Key Takeaway
Silver Creek 11 is classified as high hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2012 and is 14 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 57 ft (taller than 98.3% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 345 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 14,492 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2012 (14 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03103 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Silver Creek 11?
Silver Creek 11 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Silver Creek 11?
Silver Creek 11 is owned by Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Silver Creek 11 built?
Silver Creek 11 was completed in 2012, making it 14 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 Silver Creek 11?
Silver Creek 11 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 Silver Creek 11?
Silver Creek 11 has a dam height of 57 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 Silver Creek 11 last inspected?
Silver Creek 11 was last inspected on June 21, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.