Spring Creek 25-A
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 Length | 1,208 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 9 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01149 |
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
Dawson County
Local Government
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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.