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LUKASSEN DAM

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Soil Dam Tr-Lodgepole Creek
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Lukassen Dam, located in Kimball, Nebraska, was completed in 1968 with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction. This earth dam, standing at a height of 16.2 feet, serves as a vital structure along the TR-LODGEPOLE CREEK, providing storage capacity of 93.7 acre-feet and a normal storage volume of 27.5 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, Lukassen Dam has been assessed as being in poor condition, with its last inspection dating back to September 1995.

Managed by a private owner, Lukassen Dam falls under the regulatory oversight of the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources. The dam's designer is the USDA NRCS, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement all being in place to ensure its safety and functionality. While the dam's condition assessment raises concerns, its strategic location and purpose in mitigating flood risks along the TR-LODGEPOLE CREEK underscore its significance as a critical water resource infrastructure in the region. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Lukassen Dam represents a focal point for monitoring and managing the intersection of water management and climate resilience in Nebraska.

Year_Completed 1968
Dam_Height 16.2
River_Or_Stream TR-LODGEPOLE CREEK
Dam_Length 565
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 5.6
Hydraulic_Height 16.2
Drainage_Area 1.25
Nid_Storage 93.7
Structural_Height 16.2
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 16
       

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