Ericson Dam
Nebraska — Wheeler County — CEDAR RIVER
Location
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Wheeler |
| River | CEDAR RIVER |
| Coordinates | 41.75842, -98.65289 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 33 ft |
| Dam Height | 25 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,600 ft |
| NID Storage | 625 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 625 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 123 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | April 6, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1916 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Ericson Lake Corporation |
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.