Laursen Dam
Key Takeaway
Laursen Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 574 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 94 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01858 |
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
Laursen Life ES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Laursen Dam?
Laursen 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 Laursen Dam?
Laursen Dam is owned by Laursen Life ES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Laursen Dam built?
Laursen 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 Laursen Dam?
Laursen 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 Laursen Dam?
Laursen Dam 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 Laursen Dam last inspected?
Laursen Dam was last inspected on April 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.