Arbor Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Arbor Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2012 and is 14 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 0.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 215 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2012 (14 years old) |
| NID ID | NE05075 |
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
City of Lincoln
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Arbor Lake Dam?
Arbor Lake 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 Arbor Lake Dam?
Arbor Lake Dam is owned by City of Lincoln (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Arbor Lake Dam built?
Arbor Lake Dam was completed in 2012, making it 14 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 Arbor Lake Dam?
Arbor Lake Dam 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 Arbor Lake Dam?
Arbor Lake Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Arbor Lake Dam last inspected?
Arbor Lake Dam was last inspected on September 21, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.