Weeping Water Creek 6-B
Key Takeaway
Weeping Water Creek 6-B is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 59.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 615 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,141 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02441 |
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 25 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Weeping Water Creek 6-B?
Weeping Water Creek 6-B 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 Weeping Water Creek 6-B?
Weeping Water Creek 6-B 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 6-B built?
Weeping Water Creek 6-B 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 6-B?
Weeping Water Creek 6-B 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 6-B?
Weeping Water Creek 6-B 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 Weeping Water Creek 6-B last inspected?
Weeping Water Creek 6-B was last inspected on April 9, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.