J & S Feedlots Lagoon 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
J & S Feedlots Lagoon 1 Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 2,963 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02781 |
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
Roman H Ruskamp Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of J & S Feedlots Lagoon 1 Dam?
J & S Feedlots Lagoon 1 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 J & S Feedlots Lagoon 1 Dam?
J & S Feedlots Lagoon 1 Dam is owned by Roman H Ruskamp Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was J & S Feedlots Lagoon 1 Dam built?
J & S Feedlots Lagoon 1 Dam was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 J & S Feedlots Lagoon 1 Dam?
J & S Feedlots Lagoon 1 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 J & S Feedlots Lagoon 1 Dam?
J & S Feedlots Lagoon 1 Dam has a dam height of 16 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 J & S Feedlots Lagoon 1 Dam last inspected?
J & S Feedlots Lagoon 1 Dam was last inspected on March 29, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.