Lower Jordan Dam
Key Takeaway
Lower Jordan Dam 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 | 13 ft (taller than 5.4% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 330 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 138 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 37 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,760 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1941 (85 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01095 |
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 Lower Jordan Dam?
Lower Jordan 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 Lower Jordan Dam?
Lower Jordan 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 Lower Jordan Dam built?
Lower Jordan Dam 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 Lower Jordan Dam?
Lower Jordan Dam 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 Lower Jordan Dam?
Lower Jordan Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Lower Jordan Dam last inspected?
Lower Jordan Dam was last inspected on May 3, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.