Lovers Leap Cat Dam
Key Takeaway
Lovers Leap Cat Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 43 ft (taller than 93% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 2,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 839 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 14 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02260 |
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
North Platte Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lovers Leap Cat Dam?
Lovers Leap Cat 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 Lovers Leap Cat Dam?
Lovers Leap Cat Dam is owned by North Platte Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lovers Leap Cat Dam built?
Lovers Leap Cat Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Lovers Leap Cat Dam?
Lovers Leap Cat 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 Lovers Leap Cat Dam?
Lovers Leap Cat Dam has a dam height of 43 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 Lovers Leap Cat Dam last inspected?
Lovers Leap Cat Dam was last inspected on November 28, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.