West Vine Road Dam

TR-MIDDLE CREEK· Lancaster, Nebraska· Built 1960· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

West Vine Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 55% in NE)
Dam Length650 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage88 acre-ft
Normal Storage24 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge50 cfs
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDNE02855

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 29, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Lancaster County

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of West Vine Road Dam?

West Vine Road 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 West Vine Road Dam?

West Vine Road Dam is owned by Lancaster County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was West Vine Road Dam built?

West Vine Road Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 West Vine Road Dam?

West Vine Road Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is West Vine Road Dam?

West Vine Road Dam has a dam height of 27 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 West Vine Road Dam last inspected?

West Vine Road Dam was last inspected on March 29, 2021. 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.