Harvey Wood Farm Pond
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 Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,639 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2020 |
| NID ID | KS02956 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
WOOD JR TRUST, HARVEY
Private
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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.