Lineweber South Dam
Key Takeaway
Lineweber South Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 435 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 113 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 138 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2016 |
| NID ID | NE03213 |
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 South Dam?
Lineweber South 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 Lineweber South Dam?
Lineweber South Dam is owned by Wayne A Lineweber (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lineweber South Dam built?
Lineweber South Dam 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 South Dam?
Lineweber South Dam 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 Lineweber South Dam?
Lineweber South Dam has a dam height of 19 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 South Dam last inspected?
Lineweber South Dam was last inspected on March 29, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.