Jensen Dam 6750
Key Takeaway
Jensen Dam 6750 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 410 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NE06750 |
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
Senga Jensen
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jensen Dam 6750?
Jensen Dam 6750 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 6750?
Jensen Dam 6750 is owned by Senga Jensen (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jensen Dam 6750 built?
Jensen Dam 6750 was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 6750?
Jensen Dam 6750 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 Jensen Dam 6750?
Jensen Dam 6750 has a dam height of 16 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 6750 last inspected?
Jensen Dam 6750 was last inspected on September 18, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.