Skyview Lake Dam in Norfolk, Nebraska, is a local government-owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources.
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Completed in 1971, this earth dam stands at a height of 40 feet, with a structural height of 54 feet and a length of 1200 feet. It serves primarily for recreation purposes, providing a storage capacity of 1716 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 52 acres.
Located on the TR-Elkhorn River, the Skyview Lake Dam has a drainage area of 2.3 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 6390 cubic feet per second. It is inspected regularly, with a hazard potential rated as high but a satisfactory condition assessment as of April 2020. While no spillway type or width is specified, the dam's risk management measures, emergency action plan, and inundation maps status remain undisclosed. Overall, Skyview Lake Dam is a significant water resource structure in the region, providing both recreational opportunities and flood protection to the surrounding area.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ELKHORN RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
52 |
Hydraulic Height |
40 |
Drainage Area |
2.3 |
Nid Storage |
1716 |
Structural Height |
54 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
54 |
Elkhorn R At Norfolk Ne
|
440cfs |
North Fork Elkhorn River Near Pierce
|
96cfs |
Elkhorn River At Pilger
|
633cfs |
Logan Creek At Wakefield
|
149cfs |
Shell Creek Near Columbus
|
87cfs |
Elkhorn River At West Point
|
877cfs |