Silver Creek 36

TR-SILVER CREEK· Burt, Nebraska· Built 2006· Earth· 32 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Silver Creek 36 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 73.9% in NE)
Dam Length588 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage37 acre-ft
Normal Storage16 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge141 cfs
Year Completed2006 (20 years old)
NID IDNE02828

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 27, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Silver Creek 36?

Silver Creek 36 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 36?

Silver Creek 36 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 36 built?

Silver Creek 36 was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 36?

Silver Creek 36 serves the following purposes: 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 36?

Silver Creek 36 has a dam height of 32 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 36 last inspected?

Silver Creek 36 was last inspected on April 27, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.