Willers Dam 2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Bordner Dam Pilger 1-B
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Situated in Stanton, Nebraska, Willers Dam 2 is a privately owned irrigation dam designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the NE DNR.
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Summary
Completed in 1982, this earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet with a hydraulic height of 13 feet and a structural height of 23 feet. With a storage capacity of 67 acre-feet, the dam serves the primary purpose of irrigation and covers a surface area of 6 acres, drawing water from a drainage area of 1.4 square miles.
Located on TR-Humbug Creek, Willers Dam 2 has a low hazard potential and is in fair condition as of the last inspection in May 2018. The dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 259 cubic feet per second and features stone core and soil foundation. With a length of 650 feet, the dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. Despite being privately owned, the dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement, ensuring its compliance with safety standards and guidelines.
Overall, Willers Dam 2 serves as a vital irrigation infrastructure in Nebraska, contributing to the agricultural landscape of the area. With its modest storage capacity and efficient design, the dam provides valuable water resources for agricultural purposes while maintaining a low hazard potential. As a testament to effective collaboration between private ownership, federal agencies, and state regulators, Willers Dam 2 stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management practices in the region.
Year Completed |
1982 |
Dam Length |
650 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-HUMBUG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Drainage Area |
1.4 |
Nid Storage |
67 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Elkhorn River At Pilger
|
633cfs |
Elkhorn R At Norfolk Ne
|
440cfs |
Logan Creek At Wakefield
|
149cfs |
North Fork Elkhorn River Near Pierce
|
96cfs |
Elkhorn River At West Point
|
877cfs |
South Omaha Creek At Walthill
|
11cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Willers Dam 2
Pilger Rec Area