Heston Dam

SLOUGH CREEK-TR· Jefferson, Kansas· Built 1997· Earth· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Heston Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 67.7% in KS)
Dam Length420 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage74 acre-ft
Normal Storage49 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1997 (29 years old)
NID IDKS09387

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 20, 2011
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

HESTON, DALE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Heston Dam?

Heston Dam 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 Heston Dam?

Heston Dam is owned by HESTON, DALE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Heston Dam built?

Heston Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Heston Dam?

Heston Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Heston Dam?

Heston Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Heston Dam last inspected?

Heston Dam was last inspected on September 20, 2011. 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.