Wakefield Farms Lagoon 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Wakefield Farms Lagoon 1 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2014 and is 12 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 90.3% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2014 (12 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03258 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Wakefield RNG
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wakefield Farms Lagoon 1 Dam?
Wakefield Farms Lagoon 1 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Wakefield Farms Lagoon 1 Dam?
Wakefield Farms Lagoon 1 Dam is owned by Wakefield RNG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wakefield Farms Lagoon 1 Dam built?
Wakefield Farms Lagoon 1 Dam was completed in 2014, making it 12 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 Wakefield Farms Lagoon 1 Dam?
Wakefield Farms Lagoon 1 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 Wakefield Farms Lagoon 1 Dam?
Wakefield Farms Lagoon 1 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 Wakefield Farms Lagoon 1 Dam last inspected?
Wakefield Farms Lagoon 1 Dam was last inspected on April 27, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.