Jurgens Dam
Key Takeaway
Jurgens Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 79.7% in NE) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02963 |
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
Lisa & Michael Mathewson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jurgens Dam?
Jurgens 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 Jurgens Dam?
Jurgens Dam is owned by Lisa & Michael Mathewson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jurgens Dam built?
Jurgens Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Jurgens Dam?
Jurgens Dam 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 Jurgens Dam?
Jurgens Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Jurgens Dam last inspected?
Jurgens Dam was last inspected on June 6, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.