Lueking Dam 1362
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 Length | 393 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 9 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,060 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01362 |
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
Clyde & Jerry Lueking
Private
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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.