Thirty-Two Mile Creek C
Key Takeaway
Thirty-Two Mile Creek C is classified as significant hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 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 | 24 ft (taller than 42.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 571 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 532 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 226 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 271 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00172 |
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
Little Blue Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Thirty-Two Mile Creek C?
Thirty-Two Mile Creek C 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 Thirty-Two Mile Creek C?
Thirty-Two Mile Creek C is owned by Little Blue Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thirty-Two Mile Creek C built?
Thirty-Two Mile Creek C was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Thirty-Two Mile Creek C?
Thirty-Two Mile Creek C 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 Thirty-Two Mile Creek C?
Thirty-Two Mile Creek C has a dam height of 24 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 Thirty-Two Mile Creek C last inspected?
Thirty-Two Mile Creek C was last inspected on April 26, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.