Lake Bluestem-Harrison Cr.
Key Takeaway
Lake Bluestem-Harrison Cr. is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 68 ft (taller than 99.3% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 3,960 ft |
| Max Storage | 12.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10.6K acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02460 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
EL DORADO, CITY OF
Local Government
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Low Hazard 18 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake Bluestem-Harrison Cr.?
Lake Bluestem-Harrison Cr. 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 Lake Bluestem-Harrison Cr.?
Lake Bluestem-Harrison Cr. is owned by EL DORADO, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Bluestem-Harrison Cr. built?
Lake Bluestem-Harrison Cr. was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Lake Bluestem-Harrison Cr.?
Lake Bluestem-Harrison Cr. serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Bluestem-Harrison Cr.?
Lake Bluestem-Harrison Cr. has a dam height of 68 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 Lake Bluestem-Harrison Cr. last inspected?
Lake Bluestem-Harrison Cr. was last inspected on July 11, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.