Topgun Lagoon Dam
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 Length | 962 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 32 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02617 |
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
Top Gun
Private
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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.