Bjerrum Dam
Key Takeaway
Bjerrum Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 513 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 290 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00002 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Virgininia Keahler
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bjerrum Dam?
Bjerrum Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bjerrum Dam?
Bjerrum Dam is owned by Virgininia Keahler (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bjerrum Dam built?
Bjerrum Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Bjerrum Dam?
Bjerrum Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bjerrum Dam?
Bjerrum Dam has a dam height of 18 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Bjerrum Dam last inspected?
Bjerrum Dam was last inspected on June 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.