Turtle Creek 2
Key Takeaway
Turtle Creek 2 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 39.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,920 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00090 |
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
Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Turtle Creek 2?
Turtle Creek 2 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 Turtle Creek 2?
Turtle Creek 2 is owned by Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Turtle Creek 2 built?
Turtle Creek 2 was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Turtle Creek 2?
Turtle Creek 2 serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Turtle Creek 2?
Turtle Creek 2 has a dam height of 23 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 Turtle Creek 2 last inspected?
Turtle Creek 2 was last inspected on June 8, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.