Horse Creek Lodge
Key Takeaway
Horse Creek Lodge is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 92.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 617 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02760 |
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
SPIRIT LAKE LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Horse Creek Lodge?
Horse Creek Lodge 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 Horse Creek Lodge?
Horse Creek Lodge is owned by SPIRIT LAKE LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Horse Creek Lodge built?
Horse Creek Lodge was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Horse Creek Lodge?
Horse Creek Lodge 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 Horse Creek Lodge?
Horse Creek Lodge has a dam height of 40 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 Horse Creek Lodge last inspected?
Horse Creek Lodge was last inspected on May 21, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.