Lake Dabinawa
Key Takeaway
Lake Dabinawa 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 | 50 ft (taller than 97.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 81 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 9,214 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02784 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
LAKE DABINAWA ASSOCIATION BOARD
Private
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Low Hazard 27 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake Dabinawa?
Lake Dabinawa 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 Lake Dabinawa?
Lake Dabinawa is owned by LAKE DABINAWA ASSOCIATION BOARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Dabinawa built?
Lake Dabinawa 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 Lake Dabinawa?
Lake Dabinawa serves the following purposes: Recreation, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Dabinawa?
Lake Dabinawa has a dam height of 50 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 Dabinawa last inspected?
Lake Dabinawa was last inspected on September 16, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.