Highland Pork Nest 3 Lagoon Dam
Key Takeaway
Highland Pork Nest 3 Lagoon Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 76.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02571 |
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
Highland Pork, A Kansas Gen Part
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Highland Pork Nest 3 Lagoon Dam?
Highland Pork Nest 3 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 Highland Pork Nest 3 Lagoon Dam?
Highland Pork Nest 3 Lagoon Dam is owned by Highland Pork, A Kansas Gen Part (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Highland Pork Nest 3 Lagoon Dam built?
Highland Pork Nest 3 Lagoon Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Highland Pork Nest 3 Lagoon Dam?
Highland Pork Nest 3 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 Highland Pork Nest 3 Lagoon Dam?
Highland Pork Nest 3 Lagoon Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Highland Pork Nest 3 Lagoon Dam last inspected?
Highland Pork Nest 3 Lagoon Dam was last inspected on September 19, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.