Burkey Farms Holding Lagoon Dam
Key Takeaway
Burkey Farms Holding Lagoon Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 50.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 2,314 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | NE05063 |
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
DNA Production LLC
Private
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Low Hazard 29 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Burkey Farms Holding Lagoon Dam?
Burkey Farms Holding 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 Burkey Farms Holding Lagoon Dam?
Burkey Farms Holding Lagoon Dam is owned by DNA Production LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burkey Farms Holding Lagoon Dam built?
Burkey Farms Holding Lagoon Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Burkey Farms Holding Lagoon Dam?
Burkey Farms Holding 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 Burkey Farms Holding Lagoon Dam?
Burkey Farms Holding Lagoon Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Burkey Farms Holding Lagoon Dam last inspected?
Burkey Farms Holding Lagoon Dam was last inspected on April 17, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.