Lovewell

WHITE ROCK CREEK· Jewell, Kansas· Built 1956· Earth· 93 ft tall

High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Irrigation Recreation Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Lovewell is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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	93 ft (taller than 99.8% in KS)
Dam Length	8,500 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	186.3K acre-ft
Normal Storage	41.7K acre-ft

Surface Area	7,635 acres
Drainage Area	353 sq mi
Max Discharge	35,000 cfs
Year Completed	1956 (70 years old)
NID ID	KS00023

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: July 22, 2020

State Regulated: No

Ownership

RECLAMATION

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lovewell?

Lovewell 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 Lovewell?

Lovewell is owned by RECLAMATION (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lovewell built?

Lovewell was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Lovewell?

Lovewell serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lovewell?

Lovewell has a dam height of 93 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 Lovewell last inspected?

Lovewell was last inspected on July 22, 2020. 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.