Fun Valley Dam
Key Takeaway
Fun Valley Dam is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 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 | 30 ft (taller than 71.7% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2005 |
| NID ID | KS04499 |
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
BONNER SPRINGS, CITY OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Fun Valley Dam?
Fun Valley 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 Fun Valley Dam?
Fun Valley Dam is owned by BONNER SPRINGS, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fun Valley Dam built?
Fun Valley Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Fun Valley Dam?
Fun Valley 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 Fun Valley Dam?
Fun Valley Dam 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 Fun Valley Dam last inspected?
Fun Valley Dam was last inspected on August 4, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.