Jack Mott Dam

ELM CREEK-TR· Barber, Kansas· Built 1975· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Jack Mott Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 62.6% in KS)
Dam Length650 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage390 acre-ft
Normal Storage210 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1975 (51 years old)
NID IDKS04696

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: October 10, 1990
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

CHAIN LAND & CATTLE CO

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jack Mott Dam?

Jack Mott Dam 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 Jack Mott Dam?

Jack Mott Dam is owned by CHAIN LAND & CATTLE CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jack Mott Dam built?

Jack Mott Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Jack Mott Dam?

Jack Mott Dam 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 Jack Mott Dam?

Jack Mott Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Jack Mott Dam last inspected?

Jack Mott Dam was last inspected on October 10, 1990. 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.