Lipker Dam
Key Takeaway
Lipker Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 262 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 98 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00353 |
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
Dorrel B Lipker
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lipker Dam?
Lipker 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 Lipker Dam?
Lipker Dam is owned by Dorrel B Lipker (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lipker Dam built?
Lipker Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Lipker Dam?
Lipker Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lipker Dam?
Lipker Dam 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 Lipker Dam last inspected?
Lipker Dam was last inspected on April 14, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.