Buffalo Lagoon Dam
Key Takeaway
Buffalo Lagoon Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 17.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03093 |
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
Timothy J Chancellor et al
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Buffalo Lagoon Dam?
Buffalo 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 Buffalo Lagoon Dam?
Buffalo Lagoon Dam is owned by Timothy J Chancellor et al (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Buffalo Lagoon Dam built?
Buffalo Lagoon Dam was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 Buffalo Lagoon Dam?
Buffalo 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 Buffalo Lagoon Dam?
Buffalo Lagoon Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Buffalo Lagoon Dam last inspected?
Buffalo Lagoon Dam was last inspected on April 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.