Higgins Dam 1663
Key Takeaway
Higgins Dam 1663 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 42.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 238 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 132 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01663 |
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
Shaunessey L Higgins
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Higgins Dam 1663?
Higgins Dam 1663 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 Higgins Dam 1663?
Higgins Dam 1663 is owned by Shaunessey L Higgins (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Higgins Dam 1663 built?
Higgins Dam 1663 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 Higgins Dam 1663?
Higgins Dam 1663 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 Higgins Dam 1663?
Higgins Dam 1663 has a dam height of 24 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 Higgins Dam 1663 last inspected?
Higgins Dam 1663 was last inspected on April 11, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.