Located in Dawson County, Nebraska, Wiggins Dam is a private earth dam completed in 1960 with a primary purpose of providing fire protection, stock watering, and a small fish pond.
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The dam stands at a height of 15.7 feet and has a storage capacity of 273.7 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 127 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the W Smith Canyon River, with a drainage area of 5.63 square miles and a surface area of 26.7 acres.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Wiggins Dam is state-regulated and subject to regular inspections, with a low hazard potential and a condition assessment that is currently not rated. While the dam does not have a spillway or outlet gates, it serves as a crucial water resource for the surrounding area. With its picturesque location and important role in water management, Wiggins Dam is a notable structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore, learn about, and appreciate in the heart of Nebraska.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
350 |
Dam Height |
15.7 |
River Or Stream |
W SMITH CANYON |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
26.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
15.7 |
Drainage Area |
5.63 |
Nid Storage |
273.7 |
Structural Height |
15.7 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |
Spring Creek Nr Overton
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7cfs |
South Platte River At North Platte
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1290cfs |
Platte River Near Overton
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553cfs |
Buffalo Creek Nr Overton Nebr
|
4cfs |
Republican River At Cambridge
|
60cfs |
Platte R Mid Ch
|
427cfs |
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Lafayette Park
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Potter's Pasture New Campground
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Muny Park
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Potter's Pasture Old Campground
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