Claassen Lagoon Dam
Key Takeaway
Claassen Lagoon Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2011 and is 15 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 59.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,050 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2011 (15 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03281 |
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
Ensz Feedlot Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Claassen Lagoon Dam?
Claassen 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 Claassen Lagoon Dam?
Claassen Lagoon Dam is owned by Ensz Feedlot Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Claassen Lagoon Dam built?
Claassen Lagoon Dam was completed in 2011, making it 15 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 Claassen Lagoon Dam?
Claassen 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 Claassen Lagoon Dam?
Claassen Lagoon Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Claassen Lagoon Dam last inspected?
Claassen Lagoon Dam was last inspected on April 19, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.