Thirty-Two Mile Creek East
Key Takeaway
Thirty-Two Mile Creek East is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 63.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 835 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 753 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 687 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00168 |
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 East?
Thirty-Two Mile Creek East 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 East?
Thirty-Two Mile Creek East 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 East built?
Thirty-Two Mile Creek East was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 East?
Thirty-Two Mile Creek East 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 East?
Thirty-Two Mile Creek East has a dam height of 29 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 East last inspected?
Thirty-Two Mile Creek East was last inspected on April 28, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.