Jarchow Dam
Key Takeaway
Jarchow Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 5.4% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 530 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 244 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00204 |
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
Galen W & Sondra Drees
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jarchow Dam?
Jarchow 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 Jarchow Dam?
Jarchow Dam is owned by Galen W & Sondra Drees (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jarchow Dam built?
Jarchow Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Jarchow Dam?
Jarchow 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 Jarchow Dam?
Jarchow Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Jarchow Dam last inspected?
Jarchow Dam was last inspected on May 9, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.