Larington Dam
Key Takeaway
Larington Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 66.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 305 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,995 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00558 |
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
Arthur C Ruggles
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Larington Dam?
Larington 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 Larington Dam?
Larington Dam is owned by Arthur C Ruggles (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Larington Dam built?
Larington Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Larington Dam?
Larington Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Larington Dam?
Larington Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Larington Dam last inspected?
Larington Dam was last inspected on May 15, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.