Hoover Lake

SMOOTS CREEK-TR· Kingman, Kansas· Built 1995· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hoover Lake is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 71.7% in KS)
Dam Length625 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage456 acre-ft
Normal Storage214 acre-ft
Surface Area27 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge3,168 cfs
Year Completed1995 (31 years old)
NID IDKS03731

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: October 8, 1990
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

HOOVER LAKES INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hoover Lake?

Hoover Lake 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 Hoover Lake?

Hoover Lake is owned by HOOVER LAKES INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hoover Lake built?

Hoover Lake was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Hoover Lake?

Hoover Lake 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 Hoover Lake?

Hoover Lake has a dam height of 30 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 Hoover Lake last inspected?

Hoover Lake was last inspected on October 8, 1990. 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.