Crawford County State Lake
Key Takeaway
Crawford County State Lake is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 64 ft (taller than 99.2% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.5K acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | KS00869 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
KANSAS DEPT OF WILDLIFE PARKS & TOURISM
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Crawford County State Lake?
Crawford County State Lake is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Crawford County State Lake?
Crawford County State Lake is owned by KANSAS DEPT OF WILDLIFE PARKS & TOURISM (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Crawford County State Lake built?
Crawford County State 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 Crawford County State Lake?
Crawford County State Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Crawford County State Lake?
Crawford County State Lake has a dam height of 64 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 Crawford County State Lake last inspected?
Crawford County State Lake was last inspected on January 11, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.