Links At Lincoln Dam
Key Takeaway
Links At Lincoln Dam is classified as significant hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 50.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 477 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02804 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
HPI Lincoln LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Links At Lincoln Dam?
Links At Lincoln Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Links At Lincoln Dam?
Links At Lincoln Dam is owned by HPI Lincoln LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Links At Lincoln Dam built?
Links At Lincoln Dam was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 Links At Lincoln Dam?
Links At Lincoln 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 Links At Lincoln Dam?
Links At Lincoln Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Links At Lincoln Dam last inspected?
Links At Lincoln Dam was last inspected on September 12, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.