Irrigation Pond

DEER CREEK-TR· Nemaha, Kansas· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Irrigation Pond is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 41.9% in KS)
Dam Length650 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage181 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDKS09545

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
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

WOODY ACRES

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 WOODY ACRES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

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 24 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.

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.