Topgun Lagoon Dam

TR-DRY CREEK· Boone, Nebraska· Built 1998· Earth· 55 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Topgun Lagoon Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 55 ft (taller than 97.9% in NE)
Dam Length962 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage46 acre-ft
Normal Storage36 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge32 cfs
Year Completed1998 (28 years old)
NID IDNE02617

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: March 26, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Top Gun

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Topgun Lagoon Dam?

Topgun 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 Topgun Lagoon Dam?

Topgun Lagoon Dam is owned by Top Gun (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Topgun Lagoon Dam built?

Topgun Lagoon Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Topgun Lagoon Dam?

Topgun 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 Topgun Lagoon Dam?

Topgun Lagoon Dam has a dam height of 55 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 Topgun Lagoon Dam last inspected?

Topgun Lagoon Dam was last inspected on March 26, 2020. 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.