Jaycee Dam

ELM CREEK· Butler, Kansas· Built 1958· Earth· 14 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Jaycee Dam is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	14 ft (taller than 3.7% in KS)
Dam Length	1,020 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	188 acre-ft
Normal Storage	36 acre-ft

Surface Area	19 acres
Drainage Area	4 sq mi
Year Completed	1958 (68 years old)
Year Modified	2020
NID ID	KS00289

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: May 21, 2018

State Regulated: No

Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

TRIPLE H INVESTMENTS OF KANSAS LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jaycee Dam?

Jaycee Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Jaycee Dam?

Jaycee Dam is owned by TRIPLE H INVESTMENTS OF KANSAS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jaycee Dam built?

Jaycee Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Jaycee Dam?

Jaycee Dam 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 Jaycee Dam?

Jaycee Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Jaycee Dam last inspected?

Jaycee Dam was last inspected on May 21, 2018. 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.