Jensen Dam
Key Takeaway
Jensen Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 40.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 234 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,900 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02268 |
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
DELORIS JENSEN
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Jensen Dam?
Jensen 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 Jensen Dam?
Jensen Dam is owned by DELORIS JENSEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jensen Dam built?
Jensen Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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?
Jensen Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jensen Dam?
Jensen Dam has a dam height of 21 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.