Quigley Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Schaffert Dam Mason Nelms Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Quigley Dam, located in Nebraska along Berger Creek, was completed in 1955 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock water supply, and a small fish pond.
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Summary
The dam, primarily owned by a private entity, stands at a height of 11 feet with a length of 305 feet, providing a storage capacity of 81 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is currently assessed to be in poor condition as of May 2019.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Quigley Dam is regulated and inspected by the state to ensure compliance with safety standards. The dam's earth structure with buttress and stone core types sits on a soil foundation, catering to the region's water resource needs. While the dam's primary purpose is for local water management, its location in Red Willow County adds to the scenic beauty of the area and provides essential ecological support to the surrounding landscape.
With its historic presence since the 1950s, Quigley Dam stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management in Nebraska. As climate change intensifies, the role of such dams in providing water security and ecological balance becomes increasingly crucial. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate sustainability can appreciate Quigley Dam's significance in serving the community while highlighting the need for ongoing maintenance and monitoring to ensure its continued functionality and safety.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
305 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
BERGER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Hydraulic Height |
11 |
Drainage Area |
2.5 |
Nid Storage |
81 |
Structural Height |
11 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
11 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Quigley Dam