City of Agra Lake
Key Takeaway
City of Agra Lake is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 67.7% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 207 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,490 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02522 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
AGRA, CITY OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of City of Agra Lake?
City of Agra 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 City of Agra Lake?
City of Agra Lake is owned by AGRA, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was City of Agra Lake built?
City of Agra Lake was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 City of Agra Lake?
City of Agra Lake 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 City of Agra Lake?
City of Agra Lake has a dam height of 29 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 City of Agra Lake last inspected?
City of Agra Lake was last inspected on December 5, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.