Silver Creek 30 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Silver Creek 31 Silver Creek 18
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Silver Creek 30 is a local government-owned dam located in Burt, Nebraska, designed for flood risk reduction along the TR-Silver Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 2006, this earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a structural height of 30 feet with a length of 565 feet. It has a storage capacity of 28 acre-feet and a normal storage of 8 acre-feet, serving a drainage area of 0.2 square miles.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Silver Creek 30 has a low hazard potential and is in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in May 2018. With a maximum discharge capacity of 137 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area. Despite its modest size, this dam is a vital piece of infrastructure for the community, ensuring protection against potential water-related disasters.
As an essential component of flood control infrastructure in the region, Silver Creek 30 serves as a testament to proactive measures taken to safeguard against the impacts of climate change and water resource management. With state-regulated permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place, this dam stands as a reliable barrier against potential flood events, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource practices and climate resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
2006 |
Dam Length |
565 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SILVER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
0.2 |
Nid Storage |
28 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Missouri River At Decatur
|
14900cfs |
Logan Creek Near Uehling
|
302cfs |
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 30