Gunn Park Lake
Key Takeaway
Gunn Park Lake is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 62.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 485 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 801 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2011 |
| NID ID | KS02456 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
FORT SCOTT, CITY OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Gunn Park Lake?
Gunn Park Lake 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 Gunn Park Lake?
Gunn Park Lake is owned by FORT SCOTT, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gunn Park Lake built?
Gunn Park Lake was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Gunn Park Lake?
Gunn Park Lake serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gunn Park Lake?
Gunn Park Lake 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.