Lodge Lake Dam

INDIAN CREEK-TR· Elk, Kansas· Built 2011· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Lodge Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2011 and is 15 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 34.2% in KS)
Dam Length2,463 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage103 acre-ft
Normal Storage72 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Year Completed2011 (15 years old)
NID IDKS09359

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 10, 2006
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

FALL RIVER LAND CO LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lodge Lake Dam?

Lodge Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lodge Lake Dam?

Lodge Lake Dam is owned by FALL RIVER LAND CO LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lodge Lake Dam built?

Lodge Lake Dam was completed in 2011, making it 15 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 Lodge Lake Dam?

Lodge Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Lodge Lake Dam?

Lodge Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Lodge Lake Dam last inspected?

Lodge Lake Dam was last inspected on July 10, 2006. 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.