Hunter Pond

BLACKSMITH CREEK-TR· Shawnee, Kansas· Built 1967· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hunter Pond is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 13% in KS)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage89 acre-ft
Normal Storage33 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)
NID IDKS04470

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: March 10, 2011
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

GRECO, THOMAS & BETTY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hunter Pond?

Hunter Pond 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 Hunter Pond?

Hunter Pond is owned by GRECO, THOMAS & BETTY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hunter Pond built?

Hunter Pond was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Hunter Pond?

Hunter Pond serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hunter Pond?

Hunter Pond has a dam height of 17 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 Hunter Pond last inspected?

Hunter Pond was last inspected on March 10, 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.