North Pond

ROCK DRAW-TR· Decatur, Kansas· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

North Pond is classified as low hazard in Kansas.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 9.1% in KS)
Dam Length2,130 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage67 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDKS09180

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: October 29, 1998
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

DECATUR COUNTY FEED YARD

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of North Pond?

North Pond 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 North Pond?

North Pond is owned by DECATUR COUNTY FEED YARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is North Pond?

North Pond 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 North Pond last inspected?

North Pond was last inspected on October 29, 1998. 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.