Mcpherson State Fishing Lake Dam Improvements
Key Takeaway
Mcpherson State Fishing Lake Dam Improvements is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 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 | 51 ft (taller than 97.7% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 720 ft |
| Max Storage | 980 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 540 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 4,800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | KS00882 |
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 Mcpherson State Fishing Lake Dam Improvements?
Mcpherson State Fishing Lake Dam Improvements 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 Mcpherson State Fishing Lake Dam Improvements?
Mcpherson State Fishing Lake Dam Improvements 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 Mcpherson State Fishing Lake Dam Improvements built?
Mcpherson State Fishing Lake Dam Improvements was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Mcpherson State Fishing Lake Dam Improvements?
Mcpherson State Fishing Lake Dam Improvements 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 Mcpherson State Fishing Lake Dam Improvements?
Mcpherson State Fishing Lake Dam Improvements has a dam height of 51 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 Mcpherson State Fishing Lake Dam Improvements last inspected?
Mcpherson State Fishing Lake Dam Improvements was last inspected on June 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.