Ash Creek Livestock Lagoon Dam, located in Custer County, Nebraska, was completed in 2012 and is privately owned.
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This earth dam, with a height of 29 feet, serves primarily for livestock lagoon purposes and has a storage capacity of 64.8 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity.
With a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment as of March 2020, Ash Creek Livestock Lagoon Dam poses minimal risk to the surrounding area. The dam spans 2200 feet in length and covers a surface area of 5.1 acres, with a drainage area of just 0.01 square miles. Despite its limited capacity, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region and contributes to the overall climate resilience of the area.
Congressional District 03, Nebraska, which includes Ash Creek Livestock Lagoon Dam, is represented by Adrian Smith (R). While the dam does not have a spillway or outlet gates, its design and construction meet regulatory standards enforced by the state. This dam stands as a testament to the importance of private investments in water infrastructure for both agricultural and environmental purposes, highlighting the intersection of water resource management and climate adaptation in the region.
Year Completed |
2012 |
Dam Length |
2200 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ASH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Drainage Area |
0.01 |
Nid Storage |
64.8 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
North Loup River At Taylor
|
464cfs |
Buffalo Creek Nr Overton Nebr
|
3cfs |
Middle Loup River At Dunning
|
581cfs |
Spring Creek Nr Overton
|
3cfs |
Elm Creek Nr Elm Creek
|
0cfs |
Platte River Near Overton
|
1390cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Tomahawk Municipal Park
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Pressey State Wildlife Area
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Morgan Municipal Park
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