Jessen Dam 1416
Key Takeaway
Jessen Dam 1416 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 7.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 415 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 129 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01416 |
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
Linda Bauer Trustee
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jessen Dam 1416?
Jessen Dam 1416 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 Jessen Dam 1416?
Jessen Dam 1416 is owned by Linda Bauer Trustee (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jessen Dam 1416 built?
Jessen Dam 1416 was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Jessen Dam 1416?
Jessen Dam 1416 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 Jessen Dam 1416?
Jessen Dam 1416 has a dam height of 14 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 Jessen Dam 1416 last inspected?
Jessen Dam 1416 was last inspected on December 6, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.