Mildred Lake Dam

COAL CREEK· Allen, Kansas· Built 1916· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Mildred Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1916 and is 110 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 71.7% in KS)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage320 acre-ft
Normal Storage250 acre-ft
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Year Completed1916 (110 years old)
NID IDKS02695

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: August 10, 1993
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

CHAMBERS, WILLIAM & SHIRLEY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mildred Lake Dam?

Mildred 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 Mildred Lake Dam?

Mildred Lake Dam is owned by CHAMBERS, WILLIAM & SHIRLEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mildred Lake Dam built?

Mildred Lake Dam was completed in 1916, making it 110 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 Mildred Lake Dam?

Mildred Lake 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 Mildred Lake Dam?

Mildred Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Mildred Lake Dam last inspected?

Mildred Lake Dam was last inspected on August 10, 1993. 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.