Lueking Dam 1362

TR-REPUBLICAN RIVER· Harlan, Nebraska· Built 1950· Earth· 18 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Lueking Dam 1362 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE)
Dam Length393 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage124 acre-ft
Normal Storage9 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge2,060 cfs
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
NID IDNE01362

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: October 20, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Clyde & Jerry Lueking

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lueking Dam 1362?

Lueking Dam 1362 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 Lueking Dam 1362?

Lueking Dam 1362 is owned by Clyde & Jerry Lueking (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lueking Dam 1362 built?

Lueking Dam 1362 was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Lueking Dam 1362?

Lueking Dam 1362 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 Lueking Dam 1362?

Lueking Dam 1362 has a dam height of 18 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 Lueking Dam 1362 last inspected?

Lueking Dam 1362 was last inspected on October 20, 2021. 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.