Hidden Valley Lakes
Key Takeaway
Hidden Valley Lakes is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 63 ft (taller than 99.1% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,070 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 95 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,560 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | KS04636 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
NC & W LAND DEVELOPEMENT INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hidden Valley Lakes?
Hidden Valley Lakes 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 Hidden Valley Lakes?
Hidden Valley Lakes is owned by NC & W LAND DEVELOPEMENT INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hidden Valley Lakes built?
Hidden Valley Lakes was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Hidden Valley Lakes?
Hidden Valley Lakes serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hidden Valley Lakes?
Hidden Valley Lakes has a dam height of 63 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.