Loomis Pasture Pond Dam

TR-SPRING CREEK· Phelps, Nebraska· Built 1949· Earth· 13 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Loomis Pasture Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 5.4% in NE)
Dam Length305 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage97 acre-ft
Normal Storage44 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1949 (77 years old)
NID IDNE03549

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: December 2, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Mark L Sweeney Trust

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Loomis Pasture Pond Dam?

Loomis Pasture Pond 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 Loomis Pasture Pond Dam?

Loomis Pasture Pond Dam is owned by Mark L Sweeney Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Loomis Pasture Pond Dam built?

Loomis Pasture Pond Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Loomis Pasture Pond Dam?

Loomis Pasture Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Loomis Pasture Pond Dam?

Loomis Pasture Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Loomis Pasture Pond Dam last inspected?

Loomis Pasture Pond Dam was last inspected on December 2, 2015. 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.