Christensen Dam 4253
Key Takeaway
Christensen Dam 4253 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 84.1% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NE04253 |
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
John & Peggy Christensen
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Christensen Dam 4253?
Christensen Dam 4253 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 Christensen Dam 4253?
Christensen Dam 4253 is owned by John & Peggy Christensen (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Christensen Dam 4253 built?
Christensen Dam 4253 was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Christensen Dam 4253?
Christensen Dam 4253 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Christensen Dam 4253?
Christensen Dam 4253 has a dam height of 36 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 Christensen Dam 4253 last inspected?
Christensen Dam 4253 was last inspected on June 10, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.