Tekamah-Mud Creek 42-A

TR-TEKAMAH CREEK· Burt, Nebraska· Built 1995· Earth· 52 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Tekamah-Mud Creek 42-A is classified as significant hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 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 52 ft (taller than 97.2% in NE)
Dam Length1,078 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.1K acre-ft
Normal Storage164 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge2,609 cfs
Year Completed1995 (31 years old)
NID IDNE02422

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 3, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tekamah-Mud Creek 42-A?

Tekamah-Mud Creek 42-A 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 Tekamah-Mud Creek 42-A?

Tekamah-Mud Creek 42-A is owned by Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Tekamah-Mud Creek 42-A built?

Tekamah-Mud Creek 42-A was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Tekamah-Mud Creek 42-A?

Tekamah-Mud Creek 42-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 Tekamah-Mud Creek 42-A?

Tekamah-Mud Creek 42-A has a dam height of 52 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 Tekamah-Mud Creek 42-A last inspected?

Tekamah-Mud Creek 42-A was last inspected on May 3, 2023. 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.