Smithfield Pasture Dam
Key Takeaway
Smithfield Pasture Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 5.4% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | NE04058 |
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
Mary Kay Lyon
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Smithfield Pasture Dam?
Smithfield Pasture 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 Smithfield Pasture Dam?
Smithfield Pasture Dam is owned by Mary Kay Lyon (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Smithfield Pasture Dam built?
Smithfield Pasture Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Smithfield Pasture Dam?
Smithfield Pasture Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Smithfield Pasture Dam?
Smithfield Pasture 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 Smithfield Pasture Dam last inspected?
Smithfield Pasture Dam was last inspected on September 29, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.