Bone Creek Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Bone Creek Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 52 ft (taller than 97.9% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 3,150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 16.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 523 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 23,327 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | KS07835 |
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
PUBLIC WHOLESALE WATER SUPPLY DIST NO 11
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Bone Creek Reservoir?
Bone Creek Reservoir 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 Bone Creek Reservoir?
Bone Creek Reservoir is owned by PUBLIC WHOLESALE WATER SUPPLY DIST NO 11 (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bone Creek Reservoir built?
Bone Creek Reservoir was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Bone Creek Reservoir?
Bone Creek Reservoir serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bone Creek Reservoir?
Bone Creek Reservoir has a dam height of 52 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 Bone Creek Reservoir last inspected?
Bone Creek Reservoir was last inspected on April 27, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.