Lake Hope

WOLF CREEK· Leavenworth, Kansas· Built 2001· Earth· 35 ft tall

High Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Hope is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. 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	35 ft (taller than 85.9% in KS)
Dam Length	1,040 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	915 acre-ft
Normal Storage	304 acre-ft

Drainage Area	3 sq mi
Year Completed	2001 (25 years old)
NID ID	KS09075

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: April 23, 2019

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

FALCON LAKES GOLF CLUB LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Hope?

Lake Hope 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 Hope?

Lake Hope is owned by FALCON LAKES GOLF CLUB LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Hope built?

Lake Hope was completed in 2001, making it 25 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Lake Hope?

Lake Hope has a dam height of 35 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 Hope last inspected?

Lake Hope was last inspected on April 23, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.