Admire-Allen City Lake (Karen Laue Dam)
Key Takeaway
Admire-Allen City Lake (Karen Laue Dam) is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 94.1% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,485 ft |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 390 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 63 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02501 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TIFFANY, SHANE & MORGAN
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Admire-Allen City Lake (Karen Laue Dam)?
Admire-Allen City Lake (Karen Laue Dam) is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Admire-Allen City Lake (Karen Laue Dam)?
Admire-Allen City Lake (Karen Laue Dam) is owned by TIFFANY, SHANE & MORGAN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Admire-Allen City Lake (Karen Laue Dam) built?
Admire-Allen City Lake (Karen Laue Dam) was completed in 1967, making it 59 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Admire-Allen City Lake (Karen Laue Dam)?
Admire-Allen City Lake (Karen Laue Dam) serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Admire-Allen City Lake (Karen Laue Dam)?
Admire-Allen City Lake (Karen Laue Dam) has a dam height of 42 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Admire-Allen City Lake (Karen Laue Dam) last inspected?
Admire-Allen City Lake (Karen Laue Dam) was last inspected on May 8, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.