Lueking Dam 3545
Key Takeaway
Lueking Dam 3545 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03545 |
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
Haag Farms Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lueking Dam 3545?
Lueking Dam 3545 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 3545?
Lueking Dam 3545 is owned by Haag Farms Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lueking Dam 3545 built?
Lueking Dam 3545 was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 3545?
Lueking Dam 3545 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 Lueking Dam 3545?
Lueking Dam 3545 has a dam height of 19 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 3545 last inspected?
Lueking Dam 3545 was last inspected on June 12, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.