Turkey Creek 11
Key Takeaway
Turkey Creek 11 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2016 and is 10 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 86.1% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,105 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,875 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2016 (10 years old) |
| NID ID | NE09970 |
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
Lower Big Blue Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Turkey Creek 11?
Turkey Creek 11 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 Turkey Creek 11?
Turkey Creek 11 is owned by Lower Big Blue Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Turkey Creek 11 built?
Turkey Creek 11 was completed in 2016, making it 10 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 Turkey Creek 11?
Turkey Creek 11 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 Turkey Creek 11?
Turkey Creek 11 has a dam height of 37 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 Turkey Creek 11 last inspected?
Turkey Creek 11 was last inspected on September 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.