Upper Salt Creek 3-A
Key Takeaway
Upper Salt Creek 3-A is classified as high hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 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 | 48 ft (taller than 95.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,040 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,102 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00505 |
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 31 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Upper Salt Creek 3-A?
Upper Salt Creek 3-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 3-A?
Upper Salt Creek 3-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 3-A built?
Upper Salt Creek 3-A was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 3-A?
Upper Salt Creek 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 Salt Creek 3-A?
Upper Salt Creek 3-A has a dam height of 48 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 3-A last inspected?
Upper Salt Creek 3-A was last inspected on September 14, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.