Jordan Dam 2
Key Takeaway
Jordan Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1941 and is 85 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 76.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 2,225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 818 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 157 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1941 (85 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01093 |
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
Jacqueline M Buhr
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jordan Dam 2?
Jordan Dam 2 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 Jordan Dam 2?
Jordan Dam 2 is owned by Jacqueline M Buhr (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jordan Dam 2 built?
Jordan Dam 2 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 Jordan Dam 2?
Jordan Dam 2 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 Jordan Dam 2?
Jordan Dam 2 has a dam height of 33 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 Jordan Dam 2 last inspected?
Jordan Dam 2 was last inspected on May 3, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.