Lampman Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Lampman Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 218 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01728 |
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
Debra D Roby
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lampman Dam 1?
Lampman Dam 1 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 Lampman Dam 1?
Lampman Dam 1 is owned by Debra D Roby (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lampman Dam 1 built?
Lampman Dam 1 was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Lampman Dam 1?
Lampman Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lampman Dam 1?
Lampman Dam 1 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 Lampman Dam 1 last inspected?
Lampman Dam 1 was last inspected on May 10, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.