Enchanted Lake
Key Takeaway
Enchanted Lake is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2014 and is 12 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. 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 | 43 ft (taller than 94.8% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 56 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2014 (12 years old) |
| NID ID | KS09355 |
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
ENCHANTED LAKES HOMES ASSOC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Enchanted Lake?
Enchanted Lake 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 Enchanted Lake?
Enchanted Lake is owned by ENCHANTED LAKES HOMES ASSOC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Enchanted Lake built?
Enchanted Lake was completed in 2014, making it 12 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 Enchanted Lake?
Enchanted Lake serves the following purposes: 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 Enchanted Lake?
Enchanted Lake has a dam height of 43 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 Enchanted Lake last inspected?
Enchanted Lake was last inspected on June 20, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.