Vldj Lagoon Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Vldj Lagoon Dam, located in Dodge County, Nebraska, is a privately-owned earth dam that was completed in 2006.
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Summary
This dam, standing at a height of 23 feet with a length of 1010 feet, serves primarily for purposes other than flood control or water supply. With a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet and a surface area of 3 acres, the dam regulates the flow of Crystal Creek, a small tributary in the region.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Vldj Lagoon Dam has a low hazard potential and is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in June 2017. The dam is inspected every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. Despite its modest size and relatively low risk, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area, contributing to the overall resilience of the local ecosystem in the face of changing climate patterns.
As a key component of water resource management in the region, Vldj Lagoon Dam underscores the importance of maintaining and monitoring infrastructure to adapt to evolving environmental conditions. Its presence not only safeguards against potential hazards but also highlights the interconnectedness of water systems and the need for sustainable practices to address the challenges posed by climate change. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Vldj Lagoon Dam serves as a fascinating case study in the intersection of infrastructure, ecology, and resilience in the face of a changing world.
Year Completed |
2006 |
Dam Length |
1010 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CRYSTAL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
55 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Platte River At North Bend
|
4920cfs |
Maple Creek Near Nickerson
|
60cfs |
Elkhorn River At West Point
|
877cfs |
Logan Creek Near Uehling
|
445cfs |
Shell Creek Near Columbus
|
87cfs |
Elkhorn River At Pilger
|
633cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Vldj Lagoon Dam