Jerry Menke Dam
Key Takeaway
Jerry Menke Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 186 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 119 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02601 |
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
Gerald F Menke & Elaine M Hansen Trustee
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jerry Menke Dam?
Jerry Menke 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 Jerry Menke Dam?
Jerry Menke Dam is owned by Gerald F Menke & Elaine M Hansen Trustee (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jerry Menke Dam built?
Jerry Menke Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Jerry Menke Dam?
Jerry Menke Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jerry Menke Dam?
Jerry Menke Dam 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 Jerry Menke Dam last inspected?
Jerry Menke Dam was last inspected on May 11, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.