Mayes Lagoon 1 Dam

NONE· Phelps, Nebraska· Built 2009· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Mayes Lagoon 1 Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 5.4% in NE)
Dam Length435 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage95 acre-ft
Normal Storage42 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2009 (17 years old)
NID IDNE03092

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: December 19, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Mayes General Partnership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mayes Lagoon 1 Dam?

Mayes Lagoon 1 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 Mayes Lagoon 1 Dam?

Mayes Lagoon 1 Dam is owned by Mayes General Partnership (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mayes Lagoon 1 Dam built?

Mayes Lagoon 1 Dam was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 Mayes Lagoon 1 Dam?

Mayes Lagoon 1 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 Mayes Lagoon 1 Dam?

Mayes Lagoon 1 Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Mayes Lagoon 1 Dam last inspected?

Mayes Lagoon 1 Dam was last inspected on December 19, 2023. 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.