Mize Lake
Key Takeaway
Mize Lake is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 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 | 32 ft (taller than 79.1% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Max Discharge | 344 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | KS09269 |
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
LENEXA, CITY OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mize Lake?
Mize Lake 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 Mize Lake?
Mize Lake is owned by LENEXA, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mize Lake built?
Mize Lake was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Mize Lake?
Mize Lake serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mize Lake?
Mize Lake has a dam height of 32 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 Mize Lake last inspected?
Mize Lake was last inspected on March 28, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.