Turkey Creek 15
Key Takeaway
Turkey Creek 15 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2011 and is 15 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 91.4% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,230 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 276 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 57 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,945 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2011 (15 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03307 |
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 15?
Turkey Creek 15 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 15?
Turkey Creek 15 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 15 built?
Turkey Creek 15 was completed in 2011, making it 15 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 15?
Turkey Creek 15 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 15?
Turkey Creek 15 has a dam height of 41 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 15 last inspected?
Turkey Creek 15 was last inspected on May 9, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.