Leavenworth State Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Leavenworth State Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. 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 | 63 ft (taller than 99.1% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 175 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,345 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | KS00879 |
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
KANSAS DEPT OF WILDLIFE PARKS & TOURISM
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Leavenworth State Lake Dam?
Leavenworth State Lake Dam 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 Leavenworth State Lake Dam?
Leavenworth State Lake Dam is owned by KANSAS DEPT OF WILDLIFE PARKS & TOURISM (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Leavenworth State Lake Dam built?
Leavenworth State Lake Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Leavenworth State Lake Dam?
Leavenworth State Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Leavenworth State Lake Dam?
Leavenworth State Lake Dam has a dam height of 63 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 Leavenworth State Lake Dam last inspected?
Leavenworth State Lake Dam was last inspected on April 20, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.