Ten Bensel Dam 8140
Key Takeaway
Ten Bensel Dam 8140 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NE08140 |
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
Jan K Ten Bensel Trustee
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ten Bensel Dam 8140?
Ten Bensel Dam 8140 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 8140?
Ten Bensel Dam 8140 is owned by Jan K Ten Bensel Trustee (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ten Bensel Dam 8140 built?
Ten Bensel Dam 8140 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 8140?
Ten Bensel Dam 8140 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 Ten Bensel Dam 8140?
Ten Bensel Dam 8140 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 Ten Bensel Dam 8140 last inspected?
Ten Bensel Dam 8140 was last inspected on June 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.