Dejonge South Dam
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 Length | 620 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 285 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02747 |
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
Lammert C & Emma Lee Dejonge
Private
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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.