Thomas Livestock Lagoon Dam dam
Thomas Livestock Lagoon Dam
Thomas Livestock Lagoon Dam, located in Dawson County, Nebraska, stands as a testament to sustainable water resource management in the heart of the Midwest. Completed in 2011, this private earth dam serves as a vital component in the local water infrastructure, offering a storage capacity of 56.9 acre-feet and normal storage of 41.3 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, this dam ensures the safety and security of surrounding communities while also supporting agricultural activities in the region.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, the Thomas Livestock Lagoon Dam plays a crucial role in regulating water flow along the Dry Fork River, contributing to the overall ecological balance of the area. With a hydraulic height of 24 feet and a structural height of 24 feet, this dam stands as a reliable barrier against potential flooding events, showcasing the importance of proactive infrastructure development in mitigating climate-related risks. Additionally, the dam's stone core and soil foundation add to its structural integrity, further emphasizing its value as a sustainable water management asset.
As a privately owned structure, the Thomas Livestock Lagoon Dam exemplifies the intersection of environmental stewardship and agricultural practices. With regular inspections and a designated emergency action plan in place, this dam not only ensures the efficient utilization of water resources but also underscores the importance of proactive risk management in the face of changing climatic conditions. By embodying resilience and sustainability, this dam stands as a shining example of effective water resource management in the midst of a dynamic and evolving landscape.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Thomas Livestock Lagoon Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Creek Nr Overton Nebr | 24 cfs | → |
| Spring Creek Nr Overton | 4 cfs | → |
| Elm Creek Nr Elm Creek | 7 cfs | → |
| Platte River Near Overton | 82 cfs | → |
| Platte R Mid Ch | 76 cfs | → |
| Platte River Near Kearney | 20 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Thomas Livestock Lagoon Dam.
Track Thomas Livestock Lagoon Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Thomas Livestock Lagoon Dam
Where does the data for Thomas Livestock Lagoon Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Thomas Livestock Lagoon Dam.