Lake Estates West
Key Takeaway
Lake Estates West is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 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 | 528 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 304 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 234 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 53 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2017 |
| NID ID | KS05001 |
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 West?
Lake Estates West 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 West?
Lake Estates West is owned by TANGLEWOOD LAKE OWNERS ASSN INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Estates West built?
Lake Estates West was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Estates West?
Lake Estates West 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 West?
Lake Estates West 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 Estates West last inspected?
Lake Estates West was last inspected on March 23, 2024. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.