Castle Parks Dam

BETTS CREEK-TR· Wyandotte, Kansas· Earth· 23 ft tall
High Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Castle Parks Dam is classified as high hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection. 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 23 ft (taller than 38.6% in KS)
Dam Length275 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage43 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,164 cfs
NID IDKS04502

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: No
Last Inspection: October 12, 1995
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

CASTLE PARKS HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Castle Parks Dam?

Castle Parks 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 Castle Parks Dam?

Castle Parks Dam is owned by CASTLE PARKS HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Castle Parks Dam?

Castle Parks Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Castle Parks Dam?

Castle Parks Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Castle Parks Dam last inspected?

Castle Parks Dam was last inspected on October 12, 1995. 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.