Pc West Lagoon Dam
Key Takeaway
Pc West Lagoon Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 59.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,465 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02614 |
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
Platte Center West LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pc West Lagoon Dam?
Pc West 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 Pc West Lagoon Dam?
Pc West Lagoon Dam is owned by Platte Center West LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pc West Lagoon Dam built?
Pc West Lagoon Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Pc West Lagoon Dam?
Pc West 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 Pc West Lagoon Dam?
Pc West Lagoon Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Pc West Lagoon Dam last inspected?
Pc West Lagoon Dam was last inspected on September 20, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.