Wiggins Dam
Nebraska — Dawson County — W SMITH CANYON
Location
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Dawson |
| River | W SMITH CANYON |
| Coordinates | 40.84638, -100.20437 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| NID Storage | 274 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 274 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | November 3, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1960 |
| Primary Purpose | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Eagle Hills Ranch Inc |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.