Johnson/Tadlock Dam

LITTLE KAW CREEK-TR· Leavenworth, Kansas· Earth· 20 ft tall

High Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Johnson/Tadlock Dam is classified as high hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection. 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	20 ft (taller than 25% in KS)
Dam Length	620 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	64 acre-ft
Normal Storage	26 acre-ft

Surface Area	6 acres
Drainage Area	2 sq mi
Max Discharge	390 cfs
NID ID	KS01251

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: No

Last Inspection: June 24, 2008

State Regulated: No

Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

HENRY JOHNSON;MATHEW & LAURA TADLOCK

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Johnson/Tadlock Dam?

Johnson/Tadlock 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 Johnson/Tadlock Dam?

Johnson/Tadlock Dam is owned by HENRY JOHNSON;MATHEW & LAURA TADLOCK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Johnson/Tadlock Dam?

Johnson/Tadlock Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Johnson/Tadlock Dam?

Johnson/Tadlock Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Johnson/Tadlock Dam last inspected?

Johnson/Tadlock Dam was last inspected on June 24, 2008. 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.