Hamlot Lagoon Dam

TR-WOOD RIVER· Dawson, Nebraska· Built 2013· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Hamlot Lagoon Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2013 and is 13 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 7.8% in NE)
Dam Length1,800 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage55 acre-ft
Normal Storage41 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed2013 (13 years old)
NID IDNE07971

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: December 19, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Jeffrey G Beattie

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hamlot Lagoon Dam?

Hamlot 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 Hamlot Lagoon Dam?

Hamlot Lagoon Dam is owned by Jeffrey G Beattie (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hamlot Lagoon Dam built?

Hamlot Lagoon Dam was completed in 2013, making it 13 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 Hamlot Lagoon Dam?

Hamlot 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 Hamlot Lagoon Dam?

Hamlot Lagoon Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Hamlot Lagoon Dam last inspected?

Hamlot Lagoon Dam was last inspected on December 19, 2019. 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.