Jeffrey Dike No 1, located in Lincoln, Nebraska, is a public utility structure primarily used for irrigation purposes.
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This earth dam, completed in 1941, has a height of 10 feet and a length of 2265 feet, providing storage of up to 6937 acre-feet of water. The dam serves a drainage area of 13.6 square miles and is regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
Despite its low hazard potential, Jeffrey Dike No 1 is considered to have a high risk level, with a risk assessment rating of 2. The dam has not undergone a recent condition assessment, but it is inspected regularly with a frequency of one inspection per year. The emergency action plan for the dam was last revised in 1999, and it is currently unclear if it meets the necessary guidelines for risk management.
With its strategic location and importance for irrigation and water supply in the region, Jeffrey Dike No 1 stands as a crucial infrastructure for water resource management in Nebraska. As climate change impacts water resources, monitoring and maintaining the safety of structures like Jeffrey Dike No 1 will be essential to ensure the resilience of water systems in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1941 |
Dam Length |
2265 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
Supply Canal |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5756 |
Hydraulic Height |
7 |
Drainage Area |
13.6 |
Nid Storage |
6937 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
10 |
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Potter's Pasture Old Campground
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Potter's Pasture New Campground
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Lafayette Park
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