Lake Chaparral
Key Takeaway
Lake Chaparral is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 64 ft (taller than 99.2% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 925 ft |
| Max Storage | 639 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 515 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,130 cfs |
| NID ID | KS04643 |
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
LAKE CHAPARRAL PROPERTY OWNERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Chaparral?
Lake Chaparral 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 Chaparral?
Lake Chaparral is owned by LAKE CHAPARRAL PROPERTY OWNERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Chaparral?
Lake Chaparral 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 Lake Chaparral?
Lake Chaparral has a dam height of 64 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.