Nelson Dam

VILLAGE CREEK-TR· Wilson, Kansas· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Nelson Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 9.1% in KS)
Dam Length1,270 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage24 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge717 cfs
NID IDKS02640

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 12, 1991
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

NELSON, DALE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Nelson Dam?

Nelson 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 Nelson Dam?

Nelson Dam is owned by NELSON, DALE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Nelson Dam?

Nelson Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Nelson Dam?

Nelson Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Nelson Dam last inspected?

Nelson Dam was last inspected on August 12, 1991. 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.