Upper Salt Creek 27-C
Key Takeaway
Upper Salt Creek 27-C is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 70.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,010 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 856 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 129 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,510 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00543 |
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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High HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Upper Salt Creek 27-C?
Upper Salt Creek 27-C 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 27-C?
Upper Salt Creek 27-C 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 27-C built?
Upper Salt Creek 27-C was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 27-C?
Upper Salt Creek 27-C 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 27-C?
Upper Salt Creek 27-C has a dam height of 31 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 27-C last inspected?
Upper Salt Creek 27-C was last inspected on June 1, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.