Fox Lake Dam

WALNUT RIVER-TR· Butler, Kansas· Built 1928· Earth· 28 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Fox Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1928 and is 98 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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	28 ft (taller than 62.6% in KS)
Dam Length	2,410 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	3.6K acre-ft

Drainage Area	7 sq mi
Year Completed	1928 (98 years old)
NID ID	KS03946

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: October 21, 2022

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

SYCAMORE TOWNSHIP (FOX LAKE CLUB)

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fox Lake Dam?

Fox Lake 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 Fox Lake Dam?

Fox Lake Dam is owned by SYCAMORE TOWNSHIP (FOX LAKE CLUB) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Fox Lake Dam built?

Fox Lake Dam was completed in 1928, making it 98 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 Fox Lake Dam?

Fox Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Fox Lake Dam?

Fox Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Fox Lake Dam last inspected?

Fox Lake Dam was last inspected on October 21, 2022. 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.