Jensen Dam 228
Key Takeaway
Jensen Dam 228 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 530 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 131 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 975 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00228 |
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
Barbara Jensen Life ES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jensen Dam 228?
Jensen Dam 228 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 Jensen Dam 228?
Jensen Dam 228 is owned by Barbara Jensen Life ES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jensen Dam 228 built?
Jensen Dam 228 was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Jensen Dam 228?
Jensen Dam 228 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 Jensen Dam 228?
Jensen Dam 228 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 Jensen Dam 228 last inspected?
Jensen Dam 228 was last inspected on May 25, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.