Upper Big Nemaha 3-A
Key Takeaway
Upper Big Nemaha 3-A is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 93.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,075 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 228 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,816 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02199 |
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
Nemaha Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Big Nemaha 3-A?
Upper Big Nemaha 3-A 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 Upper Big Nemaha 3-A?
Upper Big Nemaha 3-A is owned by Nemaha Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Big Nemaha 3-A built?
Upper Big Nemaha 3-A was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Upper Big Nemaha 3-A?
Upper Big Nemaha 3-A 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 Upper Big Nemaha 3-A?
Upper Big Nemaha 3-A has a dam height of 44 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 Upper Big Nemaha 3-A last inspected?
Upper Big Nemaha 3-A was last inspected on April 28, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.