Lake Helen Dam

Nebraska — Dawson County — GOTHENBURG CANAL OFF PLATTE R

Location

StateNebraska
CountyDawson
RiverGOTHENBURG CANAL OFF PLATTE R
Coordinates40.93903, -100.16505

Physical Characteristics

NID Height27 ft
Dam Height27 ft
Dam Length1,520 ft
NID Storage566 acre-ft
Max Storage566 acre-ft
Surface Area27 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionSeptember 16, 2024
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1891
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCity of Gothenburg

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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