Ainsworth Feedyard Lagoon Dam

TR-BONE CREEK· Brown, Nebraska· Built 2005· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Ainsworth Feedyard Lagoon Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 1.4% in NE)
Dam Length2,210 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage74 acre-ft
Normal Storage27 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed2005 (21 years old)
NID IDNE02738

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 13, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Rolling Stone Land & Cattle II LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ainsworth Feedyard Lagoon Dam?

Ainsworth Feedyard Lagoon Dam 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 Ainsworth Feedyard Lagoon Dam?

Ainsworth Feedyard Lagoon Dam is owned by Rolling Stone Land & Cattle II LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ainsworth Feedyard Lagoon Dam built?

Ainsworth Feedyard Lagoon Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Ainsworth Feedyard Lagoon Dam?

Ainsworth Feedyard Lagoon Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Ainsworth Feedyard Lagoon Dam?

Ainsworth Feedyard Lagoon Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Ainsworth Feedyard Lagoon Dam last inspected?

Ainsworth Feedyard Lagoon Dam was last inspected on May 13, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.