Squaw Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Squaw Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1911 and is 115 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 415 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 15 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1911 (115 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00798 |
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
Mary C McDowell Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Squaw Creek Dam?
Squaw Creek Dam 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 Squaw Creek Dam?
Squaw Creek Dam is owned by Mary C McDowell Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Squaw Creek Dam built?
Squaw Creek Dam was completed in 1911, making it 115 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 Squaw Creek Dam?
Squaw Creek Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Squaw Creek Dam?
Squaw Creek Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Squaw Creek Dam last inspected?
Squaw Creek Dam was last inspected on May 5, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.