Spring Creek 25-A

STUMP CREEK· Custer, Nebraska· Built 1972· Earth· 41 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Spring Creek 25-A is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 41 ft (taller than 91.4% in NE)
Dam Length1,208 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage2.8K acre-ft
Normal Storage9 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area10 sq mi
Max Discharge4,700 cfs
Year Completed1972 (54 years old)
NID IDNE01149

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: May 7, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Dawson County

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Spring Creek 25-A?

Spring Creek 25-A 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 Spring Creek 25-A?

Spring Creek 25-A is owned by Dawson County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Spring Creek 25-A built?

Spring Creek 25-A was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 25-A?

Spring Creek 25-A 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 25-A?

Spring Creek 25-A has a dam height of 41 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 25-A last inspected?

Spring Creek 25-A was last inspected on May 7, 2019. 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.