Bowell Dam

CHAPMAN CREEK-TR· Dickinson, Kansas· Built 1970· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Debris Control Private

Key Takeaway

Bowell Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 21.5% in KS)
Dam Length750 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage230 acre-ft
Normal Storage4 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDKS02969

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 16, 2017
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

MARSTON, DENNIS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bowell Dam?

Bowell Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Bowell Dam?

Bowell Dam is owned by MARSTON, DENNIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bowell Dam built?

Bowell Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Bowell Dam?

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

How tall is Bowell Dam?

Bowell Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Bowell Dam last inspected?

Bowell Dam was last inspected on March 16, 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.