Skyview Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Skyview Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 40 ft (taller than 90.3% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 424 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 52 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,390 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00326 |
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
City of Norfolk
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Skyview Lake Dam?
Skyview Lake 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 Skyview Lake Dam?
Skyview Lake Dam is owned by City of Norfolk (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Skyview Lake Dam built?
Skyview Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Skyview Lake Dam?
Skyview Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Skyview Lake Dam?
Skyview Lake Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Skyview Lake Dam last inspected?
Skyview Lake Dam was last inspected on May 11, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.