Bing'S Lake

Leavenworth, Kansas· Built 2001· Earth· 24 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Bing'S Lake is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 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	24 ft (taller than 41.9% in KS)
Dam Length	850 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	79 acre-ft
Normal Storage	30 acre-ft

Surface Area	4 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Year Completed	2001 (25 years old)
NID ID	KS09074

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: August 4, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

FALCON LAKES GOLF CLUB LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bing'S Lake?

Bing'S 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 Bing'S Lake?

Bing'S Lake is owned by FALCON LAKES GOLF CLUB LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bing'S Lake built?

Bing'S Lake was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Bing'S Lake?

Bing'S Lake 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 Bing'S Lake?

Bing'S Lake has a dam height of 24 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 Bing'S Lake last inspected?

Bing'S Lake was last inspected on August 4, 2020. 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.