Silver Creek 34
Key Takeaway
Silver Creek 34 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 63.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 577 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 325 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02580 |
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
Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Silver Creek 34?
Silver Creek 34 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 Silver Creek 34?
Silver Creek 34 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 34 built?
Silver Creek 34 was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 34?
Silver Creek 34 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 Silver Creek 34?
Silver Creek 34 has a dam height of 29 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 34 last inspected?
Silver Creek 34 was last inspected on April 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.