Weeping Water Creek 21-A
Key Takeaway
Weeping Water Creek 21-A is classified as significant hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 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 | 27 ft (taller than 55% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 880 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 685 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,271 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02444 |
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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What is the hazard classification of Weeping Water Creek 21-A?
Weeping Water Creek 21-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 Weeping Water Creek 21-A?
Weeping Water Creek 21-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 Weeping Water Creek 21-A built?
Weeping Water Creek 21-A was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Weeping Water Creek 21-A?
Weeping Water Creek 21-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 Weeping Water Creek 21-A?
Weeping Water Creek 21-A has a dam height of 27 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 Weeping Water Creek 21-A last inspected?
Weeping Water Creek 21-A was last inspected on May 10, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.