Upper Big Nemaha 27-R

Nebraska — Gage County — SHAW CREEK

Location

StateNebraska
CountyGage
RiverSHAW CREEK
Coordinates40.46617, -96.62647

Physical Characteristics

NID Height32 ft
Dam Height30 ft
Dam Length895 ft
NID Storage1,531 acre-ft
Max Storage1,531 acre-ft
Surface Area60 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusNot Required
Last InspectionMay 5, 2022
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

Year Completed1986
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerNemaha Natural Resources District

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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