Located in Burt, Nebraska, the Db Feedyards Lagoon Dam is a privately-owned structure that serves multiple purposes, including holding back water from the TR-BELL CREEK.
Wind
Humidity
Built in 2006, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 21 feet and has a length of 1530 feet, providing a storage capacity of 83 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regularly inspected by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources to ensure its satisfactory condition.
With a surface area of 6 acres and a drainage area of 0.1 square miles, the Db Feedyards Lagoon Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. It has a maximum discharge capacity of 56 cubic feet per second and a normal storage capacity of 39 acre-feet. The dam's design includes stone core and soil foundation, making it a reliable structure for water retention and flood control purposes.
Ensuring public safety and environmental protection, the Db Feedyards Lagoon Dam is subject to state regulatory oversight, including permitting, inspection, and enforcement. With its strategic location and efficient design, this dam contributes to sustainable water resource management in the area, highlighting the importance of effective infrastructure in mitigating the impacts of climate change on water resources.
Year Completed |
2006 |
Dam Length |
1530 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BELL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
83 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
21 |
Logan Creek Near Uehling
|
415cfs |
Maple Creek Near Nickerson
|
51cfs |
Missouri River At Decatur
|
15500cfs |
Elkhorn River At West Point
|
877cfs |
Soldier River At Pisgah
|
112cfs |
Monona-Harrison Ditch Near Turin
|
158cfs |