Jensen
Key Takeaway
Jensen is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1941 and is 85 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 572 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1941 (85 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01035 |
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
Central Nebraska Public Power & Irrigation District
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Jensen?
Jensen 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?
Jensen is owned by Central Nebraska Public Power & Irrigation District (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jensen built?
Jensen was completed in 1941, making it 85 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?
Jensen serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jensen?
Jensen has a dam height of 18 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 last inspected?
Jensen was last inspected on August 25, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.