Indian Valley Lake
Key Takeaway
Indian Valley Lake is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 50 ft (taller than 97.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 584 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 282 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 830 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | KS03118 |
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
INDIAN VALLEY LAKE ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Indian Valley Lake?
Indian Valley 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 Indian Valley Lake?
Indian Valley Lake is owned by INDIAN VALLEY LAKE ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Indian Valley Lake built?
Indian Valley Lake was completed in 1966, making it 60 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Indian Valley Lake?
Indian Valley Lake has a dam height of 50 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 Indian Valley Lake last inspected?
Indian Valley Lake was last inspected on October 15, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.