Lobner Group Dam

ASH CREEK· Garden, Nebraska· Built 1972· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Lobner Group Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 28.5% in NE)
Dam Length499 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage99 acre-ft
Normal Storage11 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge4,621 cfs
Year Completed1972 (54 years old)
NID IDNE00831

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 18, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Lobner Land & Livestock Inc

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lobner Group Dam?

Lobner Group 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 Lobner Group Dam?

Lobner Group Dam is owned by Lobner Land & Livestock Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lobner Group Dam built?

Lobner Group Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Lobner Group Dam?

Lobner Group 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 Lobner Group Dam?

Lobner Group 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 Lobner Group Dam last inspected?

Lobner Group Dam was last inspected on April 18, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.