Henricksen Dam
Key Takeaway
Henricksen Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 49 ft (taller than 96.1% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 370 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01511 |
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
Washington County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Henricksen Dam?
Henricksen 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 Henricksen Dam?
Henricksen Dam is owned by Washington County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Henricksen Dam built?
Henricksen Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Henricksen Dam?
Henricksen 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 Henricksen Dam?
Henricksen Dam has a dam height of 49 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 Henricksen Dam last inspected?
Henricksen Dam was last inspected on June 6, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.