Becker Lagoon 3 Dam
Key Takeaway
Becker Lagoon 3 Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2013 and is 13 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 55% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2013 (13 years old) |
| NID ID | NE09290 |
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
Gayle & Rhonda Becker
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Becker Lagoon 3 Dam?
Becker Lagoon 3 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 Becker Lagoon 3 Dam?
Becker Lagoon 3 Dam is owned by Gayle & Rhonda Becker (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Becker Lagoon 3 Dam built?
Becker Lagoon 3 Dam was completed in 2013, making it 13 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 Becker Lagoon 3 Dam?
Becker Lagoon 3 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 Becker Lagoon 3 Dam?
Becker Lagoon 3 Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Becker Lagoon 3 Dam last inspected?
Becker Lagoon 3 Dam was last inspected on March 17, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.