Lake Arrowhead Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Arrowhead Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 53 ft (taller than 97.3% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 995 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 370 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 274 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 530 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00462 |
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
Lake Arrowhead Incorporated
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Arrowhead Dam?
Lake Arrowhead 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 Lake Arrowhead Dam?
Lake Arrowhead Dam is owned by Lake Arrowhead Incorporated (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Arrowhead Dam built?
Lake Arrowhead Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Lake Arrowhead Dam?
Lake Arrowhead Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Arrowhead Dam?
Lake Arrowhead Dam has a dam height of 53 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 Lake Arrowhead Dam last inspected?
Lake Arrowhead Dam was last inspected on June 6, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.