Barber State Fishing Lake
Key Takeaway
Barber State Fishing Lake is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 90.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 680 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 77 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | KS00228 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
KANSAS DEPT OF WILDLIFE PARKS & TOURISM
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Barber State Fishing Lake?
Barber State Fishing Lake is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Barber State Fishing Lake?
Barber State Fishing Lake is owned by KANSAS DEPT OF WILDLIFE PARKS & TOURISM (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barber State Fishing Lake built?
Barber State Fishing Lake was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Barber State Fishing Lake?
Barber State Fishing Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Barber State Fishing Lake?
Barber State Fishing Lake has a dam height of 38 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 Barber State Fishing Lake last inspected?
Barber State Fishing Lake was last inspected on June 14, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.