Dejonge South Dam

TR-KIRKHAM CREEK· Richardson, Nebraska· Built 2005· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Dejonge South Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 50.7% in NE)
Dam Length620 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage64 acre-ft
Normal Storage8 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge285 cfs
Year Completed2005 (21 years old)
NID IDNE02747

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 12, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Lammert C & Emma Lee Dejonge

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dejonge South Dam?

Dejonge South 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 Dejonge South Dam?

Dejonge South Dam is owned by Lammert C & Emma Lee Dejonge (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dejonge South Dam built?

Dejonge South Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Dejonge South Dam?

Dejonge South Dam 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 Dejonge South Dam?

Dejonge South Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Dejonge South Dam last inspected?

Dejonge South Dam was last inspected on May 12, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.