Layne Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Layne Dam, located in Lincoln, Nebraska, is a privately owned Earth dam completed in 1998 for the primary purpose of creating a Fish and Wildlife Pond.


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Summary

With a height of 16.5 feet and a length of 530 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 57.2 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 23.1 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Haines Br Salt Creek, this dam plays a crucial role in maintaining the ecosystem and providing a habitat for various aquatic species in the area.

Despite being regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources and undergoing state inspections, Layne Dam's condition assessment is rated as poor with a low hazard potential. The last inspection took place in March 2016, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. While the dam has not been modified since its completion, there are no Emergency Action Plans in place, raising concerns about the readiness for potential emergencies or disasters.

With a maximum discharge capacity of 240 cubic feet per second, Layne Dam serves as a vital structure for water resource management in Lancaster County. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the role this dam plays in enhancing the local ecosystem and supporting wildlife conservation efforts along the Salt Creek watershed.

Year Completed

1998

Dam Length

530

Dam Height

16.5

River Or Stream

TR-HAINES BR SALT CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7.5

Hydraulic Height

16.5

Drainage Area

0.23

Nid Storage

57.2

Structural Height

16.5

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

17
       
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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.