Thirty-Two Mile Creek D
Key Takeaway
Thirty-Two Mile Creek D is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 76.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,029 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 312 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 66 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,272 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00171 |
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
Little Blue Natural Resources District
Local Government
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High Hazard 45 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Thirty-Two Mile Creek D?
Thirty-Two Mile Creek D 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 Thirty-Two Mile Creek D?
Thirty-Two Mile Creek D 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 D built?
Thirty-Two Mile Creek D 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 D?
Thirty-Two Mile Creek D 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 D?
Thirty-Two Mile Creek D has a dam height of 33 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 D last inspected?
Thirty-Two Mile Creek D was last inspected on September 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.