Lueking West Dam
Key Takeaway
Lueking West Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 10.3% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 19 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03556 |
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
Harlan County Road Department
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lueking West Dam?
Lueking West 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 Lueking West Dam?
Lueking West Dam is owned by Harlan County Road Department (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lueking West Dam built?
Lueking West Dam 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 West Dam?
Lueking West 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 Lueking West Dam?
Lueking West Dam has a dam height of 15 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 West Dam last inspected?
Lueking West Dam was last inspected on July 22, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.