Weeth Lagoon 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Weeth Lagoon 2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 290 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03578 |
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
Weeth Feedlot Ltd
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Weeth Lagoon 2 Dam?
Weeth Lagoon 2 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 Weeth Lagoon 2 Dam?
Weeth Lagoon 2 Dam is owned by Weeth Feedlot Ltd (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Weeth Lagoon 2 Dam built?
Weeth Lagoon 2 Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Weeth Lagoon 2 Dam?
Weeth Lagoon 2 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 Weeth Lagoon 2 Dam?
Weeth Lagoon 2 Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Weeth Lagoon 2 Dam last inspected?
Weeth Lagoon 2 Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.