Hi-Gain Feedlot Lagoon 3 Dam

TR-N PLUM CREEK· Dawson, Nebraska· Built 1992· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Hi-Gain Feedlot Lagoon 3 Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 59.7% in NE)
Dam Length1,249 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage186 acre-ft
Normal Storage43 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge301 cfs
Year Completed1992 (34 years old)
NID IDNE02400

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 7, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Hi Gain Feedlot Inc

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hi-Gain Feedlot Lagoon 3 Dam?

Hi-Gain Feedlot Lagoon 3 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 Hi-Gain Feedlot Lagoon 3 Dam?

Hi-Gain Feedlot Lagoon 3 Dam is owned by Hi Gain Feedlot Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hi-Gain Feedlot Lagoon 3 Dam built?

Hi-Gain Feedlot Lagoon 3 Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Hi-Gain Feedlot Lagoon 3 Dam?

Hi-Gain Feedlot Lagoon 3 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 Hi-Gain Feedlot Lagoon 3 Dam?

Hi-Gain Feedlot Lagoon 3 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 Hi-Gain Feedlot Lagoon 3 Dam last inspected?

Hi-Gain Feedlot Lagoon 3 Dam was last inspected on December 7, 2022. 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.