Lauby Dam
Key Takeaway
Lauby Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 35.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 331 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 830 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00299 |
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
Paul L Lauby
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lauby Dam?
Lauby 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 Lauby Dam?
Lauby Dam is owned by Paul L Lauby (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lauby Dam built?
Lauby Dam was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Lauby Dam?
Lauby Dam 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 Lauby Dam?
Lauby Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Lauby Dam last inspected?
Lauby Dam was last inspected on April 9, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.