Spring Creek 19-B
Key Takeaway
Spring Creek 19-B is classified as high hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 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 | 54 ft (taller than 97.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 2,517 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 17.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 253 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 73 acres |
| Drainage Area | 67 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 20,244 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01734 |
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
Dawson County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Spring Creek 19-B?
Spring Creek 19-B 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 Spring Creek 19-B?
Spring Creek 19-B is owned by Dawson County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spring Creek 19-B built?
Spring Creek 19-B was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 19-B?
Spring Creek 19-B 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 19-B?
Spring Creek 19-B has a dam height of 54 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 19-B last inspected?
Spring Creek 19-B was last inspected on May 16, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.