Maschhoffs Lagoon Dam 4057 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Maschhoffs Lagoon Dam 4057, located in Gosper, Nebraska, is a privately owned Earth dam with a primary purpose classified as "Other." The dam, completed in 1980, stands at a height of 33.4 feet and has a storage capacity of 83.4 acre-feet.


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Summary

Situated on the TR-W BR TURKEY CREEK, this structure plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area.

The dam, regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, is inspected and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and functionality. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," Maschhoffs Lagoon Dam 4057 has been serving its purpose effectively since its construction. The surrounding area benefits from the dam's ability to manage water flow and provide storage capacity, especially in times of heavy rainfall or flooding.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the role that Maschhoffs Lagoon Dam 4057 plays in the local ecosystem. With its stone core and soil foundation, this structure showcases the importance of sustainable water management practices. As a key component of the area's infrastructure, this dam stands as a testament to the ongoing efforts to protect and preserve our precious water resources for future generations.

Year Completed

1980

Dam Length

340

Dam Height

33.4

River Or Stream

TR-W BR TURKEY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4.4

Hydraulic Height

33.4

Drainage Area

0.03

Nid Storage

83.4

Structural Height

33.4

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

33
       
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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.