Wiggins Dam
Key Takeaway
Wiggins Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 274 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 570 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01439 |
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
Eagle Hills Ranch Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wiggins Dam?
Wiggins 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 Wiggins Dam?
Wiggins Dam is owned by Eagle Hills Ranch Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wiggins Dam built?
Wiggins Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Wiggins Dam?
Wiggins Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wiggins Dam?
Wiggins Dam 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 Wiggins Dam last inspected?
Wiggins Dam was last inspected on November 3, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.