Spring Creek 11-A 1296
Key Takeaway
Spring Creek 11-A 1296 is classified as significant hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 46 ft (taller than 95.1% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,391 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 345 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 46 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 660 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01296 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Nemaha Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Spring Creek 11-A 1296?
Spring Creek 11-A 1296 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Spring Creek 11-A 1296?
Spring Creek 11-A 1296 is owned by Nemaha Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spring Creek 11-A 1296 built?
Spring Creek 11-A 1296 was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Spring Creek 11-A 1296?
Spring Creek 11-A 1296 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 Spring Creek 11-A 1296?
Spring Creek 11-A 1296 has a dam height of 46 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 Spring Creek 11-A 1296 last inspected?
Spring Creek 11-A 1296 was last inspected on November 10, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.