Upper Salt Creek 13-A
Key Takeaway
Upper Salt Creek 13-A is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 84.1% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,007 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 521 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00515 |
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 Platte South Natural Resources District
Local Government
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Low Hazard 24 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Upper Salt Creek 13-A?
Upper Salt Creek 13-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 Salt Creek 13-A?
Upper Salt Creek 13-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 13-A built?
Upper Salt Creek 13-A was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 13-A?
Upper Salt Creek 13-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 13-A?
Upper Salt Creek 13-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 13-A last inspected?
Upper Salt Creek 13-A was last inspected on May 17, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.