Harvey Wood Farm Pond

SMOKY HILL RIVER-TR· Dickinson, Kansas· Built 1974· Earth· 14 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Harvey Wood Farm Pond is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 3.7% in KS)
Dam Length1,300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage160 acre-ft
Normal Storage13 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,639 cfs
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)
Year Modified2020
NID IDKS02956

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 1, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

WOOD JR TRUST, HARVEY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Harvey Wood Farm Pond?

Harvey Wood Farm Pond is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Harvey Wood Farm Pond?

Harvey Wood Farm Pond is owned by WOOD JR TRUST, HARVEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Harvey Wood Farm Pond built?

Harvey Wood Farm Pond was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Harvey Wood Farm Pond?

Harvey Wood Farm Pond 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 Harvey Wood Farm Pond?

Harvey Wood Farm Pond has a dam height of 14 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 Harvey Wood Farm Pond last inspected?

Harvey Wood Farm Pond was last inspected on May 1, 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.