Upper Salt Creek 10-A
Key Takeaway
Upper Salt Creek 10-A is classified as high hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 84.1% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,101 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 44 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 12,053 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00533 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Lower Platte South Natural Resources District
Local Government
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Low Hazard 27 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Upper Salt Creek 10-A?
Upper Salt Creek 10-A is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Upper Salt Creek 10-A?
Upper Salt Creek 10-A is owned by Lower Platte South Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Salt Creek 10-A built?
Upper Salt Creek 10-A was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Salt Creek 10-A?
Upper Salt Creek 10-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 Salt Creek 10-A?
Upper Salt Creek 10-A has a dam height of 36 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 Salt Creek 10-A last inspected?
Upper Salt Creek 10-A was last inspected on September 14, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.