Lah Eickhoff Eqip Dam
Key Takeaway
Lah Eickhoff Eqip 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 | 29 ft (taller than 63.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02799 |
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
LAH Eickhoff Farms Inc
Private
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Low Hazard 29 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lah Eickhoff Eqip Dam?
Lah Eickhoff Eqip 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 Lah Eickhoff Eqip Dam?
Lah Eickhoff Eqip Dam is owned by LAH Eickhoff Farms Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lah Eickhoff Eqip Dam built?
Lah Eickhoff Eqip 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 Lah Eickhoff Eqip Dam?
Lah Eickhoff Eqip Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lah Eickhoff Eqip Dam?
Lah Eickhoff Eqip Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Lah Eickhoff Eqip Dam last inspected?
Lah Eickhoff Eqip Dam was last inspected on June 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.