Janeke Dam

TR-BROWNELL CREEK· Otoe, Nebraska· Built 1965· Earth· 25 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Janeke Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in NE)
Dam Length465 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage82 acre-ft
Normal Storage15 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge330 cfs
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDNE00364

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: June 21, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Jerry L Janeke

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Janeke Dam?

Janeke 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 Janeke Dam?

Janeke Dam is owned by Jerry L Janeke (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Janeke Dam built?

Janeke Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Janeke Dam?

Janeke Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Janeke Dam?

Janeke Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Janeke Dam last inspected?

Janeke Dam was last inspected on June 21, 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.