Dinsdale Lagoon Dam
Key Takeaway
Dinsdale Lagoon Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 32.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 416 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00214 |
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
Palmer Cattle Co LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dinsdale Lagoon Dam?
Dinsdale 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 Dinsdale Lagoon Dam?
Dinsdale Lagoon Dam is owned by Palmer Cattle Co LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dinsdale Lagoon Dam built?
Dinsdale Lagoon Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Dinsdale Lagoon Dam?
Dinsdale 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 Dinsdale Lagoon Dam?
Dinsdale Lagoon Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Dinsdale Lagoon Dam last inspected?
Dinsdale Lagoon Dam was last inspected on April 1, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.