Jessup Dam
Key Takeaway
Jessup Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 59.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 298 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,253 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00701 |
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
Nebraska Board of Educational Lands & Funds
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Jessup Dam?
Jessup 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 Jessup Dam?
Jessup Dam is owned by Nebraska Board of Educational Lands & Funds (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jessup Dam built?
Jessup Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Jessup Dam?
Jessup 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 Jessup Dam?
Jessup Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Jessup Dam last inspected?
Jessup Dam was last inspected on December 16, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.