Irrigation Pond

FIRST COW CREEK-TR· Crawford, Kansas· Built 2012· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Irrigation Pond is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2012 and is 14 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 16.5% in KS)
Dam Length2,752 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage259 acre-ft
Normal Storage116 acre-ft
Surface Area26 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed2012 (14 years old)
NID IDKS09358

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: February 24, 2012
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

LALLEMAND, JOE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Irrigation Pond?

Irrigation 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 Irrigation Pond?

Irrigation Pond is owned by LALLEMAND, JOE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Irrigation Pond built?

Irrigation Pond was completed in 2012, making it 14 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 Irrigation Pond?

Irrigation Pond serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Irrigation Pond?

Irrigation Pond has a dam height of 18 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 Irrigation Pond last inspected?

Irrigation Pond was last inspected on February 24, 2012. 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.