Harding Dam

KANSAS RIVER-TR· Johnson, Kansas· Built 2014· Earth· 27 ft tall

High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Harding Dam is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2014 and is 12 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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	27 ft (taller than 57.6% in KS)
Dam Length	650 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	204 acre-ft
Normal Storage	87 acre-ft

Surface Area	11 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Max Discharge	2,210 cfs
Year Completed	2014 (12 years old)
NID ID	KS00106

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: November 3, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

BROOK WEST ESTATES HOMES ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Harding Dam?

Harding 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 Harding Dam?

Harding Dam is owned by BROOK WEST ESTATES HOMES ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Harding Dam built?

Harding Dam was completed in 2014, making it 12 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 Harding Dam?

Harding Dam 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 Harding Dam?

Harding Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Harding Dam last inspected?

Harding Dam was last inspected on November 3, 2020. 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.