Milford Dam

REPUBLICAN RIVER· Geary, Kansas· Built 1967· Rockfill·
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Water Supply Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Milford Dam is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 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 Length6,300 ft
Dam TypeRockfill
Max Storage1.1M acre-ft
Normal Storage388.8K acre-ft
Surface Area15,708 acres
Drainage Area24,882 sq mi
Max Discharge560,000 cfs
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)
NID IDKS00008

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 19, 2021
State Regulated: No

Ownership

USACE - Kansas City District

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Milford Dam?

Milford 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 Milford Dam?

Milford Dam is owned by USACE - Kansas City District (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Milford Dam built?

Milford Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Milford Dam?

Milford Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Milford Dam last inspected?

Milford Dam was last inspected on July 19, 2021. 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.