Eugene Benes Dam, located in Agnew, Nebraska, is a private dam designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 2001.
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It serves multiple purposes, including fire protection, stock, and a small fish pond. The dam is primarily an earth-type structure with a stone core and soil foundation, standing at a height of 15.9 feet and a length of 620 feet. It has a maximum storage capacity of 50.7 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 16.9 acre-feet, with a surface area of 3 acres and a drainage area of 0.26 square miles.
The dam's spillway is uncontrolled with a width of 25 feet, and it is equipped with uncontrolled outlet gates. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the risk assessment for Eugene Benes Dam indicates a moderate risk level. The dam has not undergone a recent condition assessment, and there is no available emergency action plan. The inspection frequency is set at 5 years, with the last inspection date not specified. Overall, Eugene Benes Dam serves as a vital resource for water management and conservation in the Lancaster County area, ensuring the protection of surrounding properties and wildlife.
Year Completed |
2001 |
Dam Length |
620 |
Dam Height |
15.9 |
River Or Stream |
Oak Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
0.26 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
21 |