Trouble Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Trouble Creek Dam is classified as significant hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 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 | 55 ft (taller than 97.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 447 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 65 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,784 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02177 |
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
Lower Platte North Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Trouble Creek Dam?
Trouble Creek Dam 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 Trouble Creek Dam?
Trouble Creek Dam is owned by Lower Platte North Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Trouble Creek Dam built?
Trouble Creek Dam was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Trouble Creek Dam?
Trouble Creek Dam 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 Trouble Creek Dam?
Trouble Creek Dam has a dam height of 55 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 Trouble Creek Dam last inspected?
Trouble Creek Dam was last inspected on April 27, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.