Hughes Meuret Lagoon Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Hughes Meuret Lagoon Dam, located in Antelope, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure that serves a crucial role in water resource management in the area.


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Summary

Completed in 1999, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 148 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR-E BR VERDIGRE CREEK and is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources.

With a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, Hughes Meuret Lagoon Dam is a reliable infrastructure that plays a significant role in flood control and water storage in the region. The dam's primary purpose is listed as 'Other', indicating its importance beyond traditional water resource management. Despite its relatively small surface area of 7 acres, the dam provides essential protection and storage for the surrounding area.

Owned by private entities, Hughes Meuret Lagoon Dam is subject to state jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. With a solid structural design and stone core, the dam has been deemed safe and functional. As climate change continues to impact water resources, structures like Hughes Meuret Lagoon Dam play a critical role in ensuring water security and resilience in the face of environmental challenges.

Year Completed

1999

Dam Length

2515

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

TR-E BR VERDIGRE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7

Hydraulic Height

19

Nid Storage

148

Structural Height

20

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

20
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.