Wolbach Foods Lagoon 6 Dam, located in Greeley, Nebraska, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1999.
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The dam stands at 34 feet high with a length of 600 feet and a storage capacity of 88 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-North Loup River, the dam serves a primary purpose of 'Other' and is classified as having a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, the Wolbach Foods Lagoon 6 Dam is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. With a drainage area of 0 square miles, the dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 50 cubic feet per second. The last inspection in March 2020 deemed the structure to be in good condition, meeting safety guidelines and posing minimal risk to surrounding areas.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Wolbach Foods Lagoon 6 Dam offers a fascinating example of private dam infrastructure in the heart of Nebraska. With its stone core and soil foundation, the dam provides essential water storage and management capabilities while maintaining a low-risk profile. As a key component of the local water management system, this dam showcases the importance of proper maintenance and regulation to ensure the safety and sustainability of our water resources in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1999 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
TR-NORTH LOUP RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Nid Storage |
88 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
North Loup River Nr St Paul Nebr
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1520cfs |
Middle Loup R. At St. Paul
|
1350cfs |
South Loup R At St. Michael
|
149cfs |
Warm Slough Nr Central City
|
0cfs |
Loup River Power Canal Near Genoa
|
1630cfs |
Platte River Near Grand Island
|
1140cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Cottonwood Park - Wolbach
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North Loup State Rec Area
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Greeley City park
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County Campground - Scotia
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