Lake Estates Dam No 2
Key Takeaway
Lake Estates Dam No 2 is classified as high hazard in Kansas. 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 | 65 ft (taller than 99.2% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 815 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 840 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 490 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,013 cfs |
| NID ID | KS01307 |
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
TANGLEWOOD LAKE OWNERS ASSN INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Estates Dam No 2?
Lake Estates Dam No 2 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 Estates Dam No 2?
Lake Estates Dam No 2 is owned by TANGLEWOOD LAKE OWNERS ASSN INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Estates Dam No 2?
Lake Estates Dam No 2 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 Estates Dam No 2?
Lake Estates Dam No 2 has a dam height of 65 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 Estates Dam No 2 last inspected?
Lake Estates Dam No 2 was last inspected on April 9, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.