Clifton Dam, located in Holt County, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure designed by USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction and other purposes. Completed in 1973, this earth dam stands at a height of 23 feet and has a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR-MID BR VERDIGRE CREEK, with a drainage area of 2.8 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 62 cubic feet per second.

Despite its low hazard potential, Clifton Dam is currently in poor condition as of the last inspection in March 2016. The dam has a structural height of 25 feet and a length of 267 feet, serving the primary purpose of flood risk reduction. Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Clifton Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area. With state regulation and inspection in place, the dam continues to provide essential services to the community while facing maintenance challenges to improve its condition.