Witt Feedyard Lagoon Dam
Key Takeaway
Witt Feedyard Lagoon Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 17.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03197 |
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
Norman A Witt
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Witt Feedyard Lagoon Dam?
Witt Feedyard 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 Witt Feedyard Lagoon Dam?
Witt Feedyard Lagoon Dam is owned by Norman A Witt (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Witt Feedyard Lagoon Dam built?
Witt Feedyard Lagoon Dam was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 Witt Feedyard Lagoon Dam?
Witt Feedyard 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 Witt Feedyard Lagoon Dam?
Witt Feedyard Lagoon Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Witt Feedyard Lagoon Dam last inspected?
Witt Feedyard Lagoon Dam was last inspected on May 16, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.