Candlewood Dam
Nebraska — Douglas County — TR-BIG PAPIO CREEK
Location
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Douglas |
| River | TR-BIG PAPIO CREEK |
| Coordinates | 41.27297, -96.10415 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 62 ft |
| Dam Height | 57 ft |
| Dam Length | 930 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,256 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,256 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | May 16, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1973 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District |
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.