Ten Bensel Dam 3484
Key Takeaway
Ten Bensel Dam 3484 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 235 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03484 |
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
Eric P tenBensel
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ten Bensel Dam 3484?
Ten Bensel Dam 3484 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 Ten Bensel Dam 3484?
Ten Bensel Dam 3484 is owned by Eric P tenBensel (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ten Bensel Dam 3484 built?
Ten Bensel Dam 3484 was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Ten Bensel Dam 3484?
Ten Bensel Dam 3484 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 Ten Bensel Dam 3484?
Ten Bensel Dam 3484 has a dam height of 18 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 Ten Bensel Dam 3484 last inspected?
Ten Bensel Dam 3484 was last inspected on May 24, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.