Cedar Lake

SOUTH CEDAR CREEK-TR· Jackson, Kansas· Earth· 33 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Cedar Lake is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 81.7% in KS)
Dam Length491 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage154 acre-ft
Normal Storage78 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Modified2006
NID IDKS00923

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: January 17, 2006
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

PERKINS, JAMES RANDALL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cedar Lake?

Cedar Lake 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 Cedar Lake?

Cedar Lake is owned by PERKINS, JAMES RANDALL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Cedar Lake?

Cedar Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Cedar Lake?

Cedar Lake has a dam height of 33 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 Cedar Lake last inspected?

Cedar Lake was last inspected on January 17, 2006. 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.