Lineweber Dam 6959
Key Takeaway
Lineweber Dam 6959 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | NE06959 |
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
Wayne A Lineweber
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lineweber Dam 6959?
Lineweber Dam 6959 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 Lineweber Dam 6959?
Lineweber Dam 6959 is owned by Wayne A Lineweber (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lineweber Dam 6959 built?
Lineweber Dam 6959 was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Lineweber Dam 6959?
Lineweber Dam 6959 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lineweber Dam 6959?
Lineweber Dam 6959 has a dam height of 20 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 Lineweber Dam 6959 last inspected?
Lineweber Dam 6959 was last inspected on May 24, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.