Janet Bentley Dam
Key Takeaway
Janet Bentley Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 35.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 333 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 152 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 251 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02783 |
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
Janet Bentley
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Janet Bentley Dam?
Janet Bentley 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 Janet Bentley Dam?
Janet Bentley Dam is owned by Janet Bentley (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Janet Bentley Dam built?
Janet Bentley Dam was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Janet Bentley Dam?
Janet Bentley 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 Janet Bentley Dam?
Janet Bentley Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Janet Bentley Dam last inspected?
Janet Bentley Dam was last inspected on March 23, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.