Newport Landing Dam
Key Takeaway
Newport Landing Dam is classified as high hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 77 ft (taller than 99.4% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 6,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 8.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 280 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 12,290 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02585 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District
Local Government
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Newport Landing Dam?
Newport Landing Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Newport Landing Dam?
Newport Landing Dam is owned by Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Newport Landing Dam built?
Newport Landing Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Newport Landing Dam?
Newport Landing Dam 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 Newport Landing Dam?
Newport Landing Dam has a dam height of 77 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 Newport Landing Dam last inspected?
Newport Landing Dam was last inspected on October 25, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.