Lake Sherwood
Key Takeaway
Lake Sherwood is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 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 | 54 ft (taller than 98.3% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 193 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | KS01960 |
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
SHERWOOD LAKE CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Sherwood?
Lake Sherwood 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 Sherwood?
Lake Sherwood is owned by SHERWOOD LAKE CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Sherwood built?
Lake Sherwood was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Sherwood?
Lake Sherwood 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 Sherwood?
Lake Sherwood has a dam height of 54 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 Sherwood last inspected?
Lake Sherwood was last inspected on September 23, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.