Lavonn Schoof Irrigation Dam
Key Takeaway
Lavonn Schoof Irrigation Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 76.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 395 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 119 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01798 |
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
Cynthia M & Douglas L Schoof
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lavonn Schoof Irrigation Dam?
Lavonn Schoof Irrigation 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 Lavonn Schoof Irrigation Dam?
Lavonn Schoof Irrigation Dam is owned by Cynthia M & Douglas L Schoof (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lavonn Schoof Irrigation Dam built?
Lavonn Schoof Irrigation Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Lavonn Schoof Irrigation Dam?
Lavonn Schoof Irrigation 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 Lavonn Schoof Irrigation Dam?
Lavonn Schoof Irrigation Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Lavonn Schoof Irrigation Dam last inspected?
Lavonn Schoof Irrigation Dam was last inspected on April 29, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.