Leising Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Leising Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 0.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | NE09133 |
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
Mardon Farms LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Leising Reservoir Dam?
Leising Reservoir 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 Leising Reservoir Dam?
Leising Reservoir Dam is owned by Mardon Farms LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Leising Reservoir Dam built?
Leising Reservoir Dam 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 Leising Reservoir Dam?
Leising Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Leising Reservoir Dam?
Leising Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Leising Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Leising Reservoir Dam was last inspected on December 2, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.