Haley Dam

DRY CREEK· Sedgwick, Kansas· Built 1950· Earth· 11 ft tall

High Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Haley Dam is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. 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	11 ft (taller than 0.9% in KS)
Dam Length	300 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	82 acre-ft
Normal Storage	40 acre-ft

Surface Area	8 acres
Drainage Area	1 sq mi
Year Completed	1950 (76 years old)
NID ID	KS03777

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: No

Last Inspection: January 9, 2007

State Regulated: No

Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

BROWN TRUST, CLIFTON W

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Haley Dam?

Haley 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 Haley Dam?

Haley Dam is owned by BROWN TRUST, CLIFTON W (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Haley Dam built?

Haley Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Haley Dam?

Haley Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Haley Dam?

Haley Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Haley Dam last inspected?

Haley Dam was last inspected on January 9, 2007. 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.