Maschhoffs Lagoon Dam

TR-REPUBLICAN RIVER· Furnas, Nebraska· Built 1980· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Maschhoffs Lagoon Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 55% in NE)
Dam Length330 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage38 acre-ft
Normal Storage38 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDNE03534

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: June 20, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Maschhoffs LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Maschhoffs Lagoon Dam?

Maschhoffs Lagoon 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 Maschhoffs Lagoon Dam?

Maschhoffs Lagoon Dam is owned by Maschhoffs LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Maschhoffs Lagoon Dam built?

Maschhoffs Lagoon Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Maschhoffs Lagoon Dam?

Maschhoffs Lagoon Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Maschhoffs Lagoon Dam?

Maschhoffs Lagoon Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Maschhoffs Lagoon Dam last inspected?

Maschhoffs Lagoon Dam was last inspected on June 20, 2017. 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.