Lake Helen Dam
Nebraska — Dawson County — GOTHENBURG CANAL OFF PLATTE R
Location
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Dawson |
| River | GOTHENBURG CANAL OFF PLATTE R |
| Coordinates | 40.93903, -100.16505 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 27 ft |
| Dam Height | 27 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,520 ft |
| NID Storage | 566 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 566 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | September 16, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1891 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Gothenburg |
Location Map
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.