Jones Dam 821
Key Takeaway
Jones Dam 821 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 2,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 189 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 740 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00821 |
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
WJ Land Company LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jones Dam 821?
Jones Dam 821 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 Jones Dam 821?
Jones Dam 821 is owned by WJ Land Company LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jones Dam 821 built?
Jones Dam 821 was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Jones Dam 821?
Jones Dam 821 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jones Dam 821?
Jones Dam 821 has a dam height of 16 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 Jones Dam 821 last inspected?
Jones Dam 821 was last inspected on July 31, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.