Lightner Dam 2
Key Takeaway
Lightner Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 32.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 455 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2012 |
| NID ID | NE02762 |
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
Daryll B & Tamara L Lightner
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lightner Dam 2?
Lightner Dam 2 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 Lightner Dam 2?
Lightner Dam 2 is owned by Daryll B & Tamara L Lightner (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lightner Dam 2 built?
Lightner Dam 2 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Lightner Dam 2?
Lightner Dam 2 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 Lightner Dam 2?
Lightner Dam 2 has a dam height of 21 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 Lightner Dam 2 last inspected?
Lightner Dam 2 was last inspected on May 26, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.