Lacey Lagoon 1 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lacey Lagoon 1 Dam, located in Culbertson, Nebraska, is a privately owned earth dam with a maximum height of 41.5 feet and a hydraulic height of 39.4 feet.


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Summary

Completed in 2020, this dam serves a primary purpose of "Other" and has a storage capacity of 50.2 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 24.4 acre-feet. It spans 1630 feet in length and covers a surface area of 1.9 acres, with a drainage area of 0.13 square miles.

Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, this dam is state-regulated and subject to inspections, permitting, and enforcement. Despite its relatively low hazard potential, the dam's condition has not been rated as of yet. With a history of no modifications or notable incidents, Lacey Lagoon 1 Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region, contributing to the conservation and regulation of the Tributary to Blackwood Creek.

Enthusiasts of water resources and climate sustainability will find Lacey Lagoon 1 Dam to be an intriguing case study in private dam ownership and state oversight. Its modern design, low hazard potential, and effective regulation by the NE DNR underscore the importance of responsible dam management in protecting communities and ecosystems. As a recent addition to the local infrastructure, this dam symbolizes ongoing efforts to enhance water security and resilience in the face of changing climatic conditions.

Year Completed

2020

Dam Length

1630

Dam Height

41.5

River Or Stream

Trib to Blackwood Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1.9

Hydraulic Height

39.4

Drainage Area

0.13

Nid Storage

50.2

Structural Height

41.5

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

42
       
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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.