Central Feeders Lagoon 1 Dam

TR-ELM CREEK· Dawson, Nebraska· Built 2010· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Central Feeders Lagoon 1 Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2010 and is 16 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 10.3% in NE)
Dam Length2,800 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage142 acre-ft
Normal Storage103 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed2010 (16 years old)
NID IDNE03097

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: April 23, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

James Simonson Trustee

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Central Feeders Lagoon 1 Dam?

Central Feeders Lagoon 1 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 Central Feeders Lagoon 1 Dam?

Central Feeders Lagoon 1 Dam is owned by James Simonson Trustee (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Central Feeders Lagoon 1 Dam built?

Central Feeders Lagoon 1 Dam was completed in 2010, making it 16 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 Central Feeders Lagoon 1 Dam?

Central Feeders Lagoon 1 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 Central Feeders Lagoon 1 Dam?

Central Feeders Lagoon 1 Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Central Feeders Lagoon 1 Dam last inspected?

Central Feeders Lagoon 1 Dam was last inspected on April 23, 2020. 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.