Silver Creek 33 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Silver Creek 19 Ernie Glup Dam
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Silver Creek 33 is a vital water resource structure located in Burt County, Nebraska, designed by USDA NRCS and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources.
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Summary
Completed in 2004, this earth dam stands at a height of 36 feet, with a hydraulic height of 37 feet and a structural height of 39 feet. With a storage capacity of 58 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.8 square miles, the dam serves primary purposes of flood risk reduction and other water management activities along the TR-Silver Creek.
Despite its relatively low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, Silver Creek 33 undergoes regular inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 576 cubic feet per second and spans a length of 396 feet, serving as a crucial element in the water management infrastructure of the region. With its location in the heart of Nebraska, this earth dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the area, contributing to the overall resilience of the local ecosystem and community.
Year Completed |
2004 |
Dam Length |
396 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SILVER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
37 |
Drainage Area |
0.8 |
Nid Storage |
58 |
Structural Height |
39 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
39 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Missouri River At Decatur
|
15200cfs |
Logan Creek Near Uehling
|
445cfs |
Monona-Harrison Ditch Near Turin
|
158cfs |
Soldier River At Pisgah
|
112cfs |
Little Sioux River Near Turin
|
1040cfs |
Elkhorn River At West Point
|
877cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Silver Creek 33