Mellott Timberlake Dam

EAST MISSION CREEK-TR· Wyandotte, Kansas· 29 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Mellott Timberlake Dam is classified as high hazard in Kansas. 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 29 ft (taller than 67.7% in KS)
Dam Length250 ft
Max Storage33 acre-ft
Normal Storage23 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDKS02990

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 16, 2019
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

TOWLE, DANA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mellott Timberlake Dam?

Mellott Timberlake 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 Mellott Timberlake Dam?

Mellott Timberlake Dam is owned by TOWLE, DANA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mellott Timberlake Dam?

Mellott Timberlake Dam 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 Mellott Timberlake Dam?

Mellott Timberlake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Mellott Timberlake Dam last inspected?

Mellott Timberlake Dam was last inspected on April 16, 2019. 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.