Council Grove Dam
Key Takeaway
Council Grove Dam is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 96 ft (taller than 99.8% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 6,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 346.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3,259 acres |
| Drainage Area | 246 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 49,400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | KS00001 |
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
USACE - Tulsa District
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Council Grove Dam?
Council Grove 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 Council Grove Dam?
Council Grove Dam is owned by USACE - Tulsa District (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Council Grove Dam built?
Council Grove Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Council Grove Dam?
Council Grove Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Council Grove Dam?
Council Grove Dam has a dam height of 96 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 Council Grove Dam last inspected?
Council Grove Dam was last inspected on May 24, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.