Arrowhead Lake Dam

AMBER CREEK· Barber, Kansas· Earth· 40 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Arrowhead Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 40 ft (taller than 92.6% in KS)
Dam Length1,200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage2.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage936 acre-ft
Surface Area80 acres
Drainage Area12 sq mi
Max Discharge3,170 cfs
NID IDKS00226

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: May 8, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

NOLAND, KEVIN & RONDA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Arrowhead Lake Dam?

Arrowhead Lake 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 Arrowhead Lake Dam?

Arrowhead Lake Dam is owned by NOLAND, KEVIN & RONDA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Arrowhead Lake Dam?

Arrowhead Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Arrowhead Lake Dam?

Arrowhead Lake Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Arrowhead Lake Dam last inspected?

Arrowhead Lake Dam was last inspected on May 8, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.