Estes Dam No 2

MUDDY CREEK· Jefferson, Kansas· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Estes Dam No 2 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 71.7% in KS)
Dam Length340 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage45 acre-ft
Normal Storage15 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,432 cfs
NID IDKS04015

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: October 18, 1990
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

ESTES, DEE J

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Estes Dam No 2?

Estes Dam No 2 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 Estes Dam No 2?

Estes Dam No 2 is owned by ESTES, DEE J (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Estes Dam No 2?

Estes Dam No 2 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Estes Dam No 2?

Estes Dam No 2 has a dam height of 30 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 Estes Dam No 2 last inspected?

Estes Dam No 2 was last inspected on October 18, 1990. 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.