Idle Wild Lake
Key Takeaway
Idle Wild Lake is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 95.8% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 620 ft |
| Max Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02503 |
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
WATERVILLE, CITY OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Idle Wild Lake?
Idle Wild 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 Idle Wild Lake?
Idle Wild Lake is owned by WATERVILLE, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Idle Wild Lake built?
Idle Wild Lake was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Idle Wild Lake?
Idle Wild 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 Idle Wild Lake?
Idle Wild Lake has a dam height of 45 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.