Jack Rabbit Lagoon Dam

NONE· Thomas, Nebraska· Built 2006· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Jack Rabbit Lagoon 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 12 ft (taller than 3.5% in NE)
Dam Length2,180 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage56 acre-ft
Normal Storage48 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed2006 (20 years old)
NID IDNE02786

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: October 4, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Maseberg Ranch Ltd

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jack Rabbit Lagoon Dam?

Jack Rabbit 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 Jack Rabbit Lagoon Dam?

Jack Rabbit Lagoon Dam is owned by Maseberg Ranch Ltd (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jack Rabbit Lagoon Dam built?

Jack Rabbit Lagoon 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 Jack Rabbit Lagoon Dam?

Jack Rabbit 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 Jack Rabbit Lagoon Dam?

Jack Rabbit Lagoon Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Jack Rabbit Lagoon Dam last inspected?

Jack Rabbit Lagoon Dam was last inspected on October 4, 2017. 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.