Upper Salt Creek 11-A
Key Takeaway
Upper Salt Creek 11-A is classified as significant hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 59.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 778 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00514 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
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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Significant Hazard 25 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Upper Salt Creek 11-A?
Upper Salt Creek 11-A is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. 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 11-A?
Upper Salt Creek 11-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 11-A built?
Upper Salt Creek 11-A was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 11-A?
Upper Salt Creek 11-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 11-A?
Upper Salt Creek 11-A has a dam height of 28 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 11-A last inspected?
Upper Salt Creek 11-A was last inspected on May 31, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.