Bayer Pond Dam

KANSAS RIVER-TR· Riley, Kansas· Earth· 42 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Bayer Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Kansas. 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	42 ft (taller than 94.1% in KS)
Dam Length	160 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	45 acre-ft
Normal Storage	20 acre-ft

Surface Area	2 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
NID ID	KS09531

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: July 26, 2017

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

MANHATTAN, CITY OF

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bayer Pond Dam?

Bayer Pond Dam 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 Bayer Pond Dam?

Bayer Pond Dam is owned by MANHATTAN, CITY OF (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Bayer Pond Dam?

Bayer Pond 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 Bayer Pond Dam?

Bayer Pond 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 Bayer Pond Dam last inspected?

Bayer Pond Dam was last inspected on July 26, 2017. 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.