Lake Stellamaris

SALT CREEK· Leavenworth, Kansas· Built 1961· Earth· 49 ft tall

High Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Stellamaris is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 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	49 ft (taller than 97.3% in KS)
Dam Length	900 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	1.6K acre-ft
Normal Storage	650 acre-ft

Surface Area	48 acres
Drainage Area	3 sq mi
Year Completed	1961 (65 years old)
NID ID	KS02847

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: No

Last Inspection: April 9, 2021

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

PROGRESS INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Stellamaris?

Lake Stellamaris 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 Stellamaris?

Lake Stellamaris is owned by PROGRESS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Stellamaris built?

Lake Stellamaris was completed in 1961, making it 65 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Lake Stellamaris?

Lake Stellamaris has a dam height of 49 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 Stellamaris last inspected?

Lake Stellamaris was last inspected on April 9, 2021. 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.