Tekamah-Mud Creek 9-A
Key Takeaway
Tekamah-Mud Creek 9-A is classified as significant hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 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 | 66 ft (taller than 99% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,272 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 317 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 36 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 15,300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01552 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Tekamah-Mud Creek 9-A?
Tekamah-Mud Creek 9-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 9-A?
Tekamah-Mud Creek 9-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 9-A built?
Tekamah-Mud Creek 9-A was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 9-A?
Tekamah-Mud Creek 9-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 9-A?
Tekamah-Mud Creek 9-A has a dam height of 66 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 9-A last inspected?
Tekamah-Mud Creek 9-A was last inspected on May 3, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.