Nottingham Lake

Johnson, Kansas· Earth· 24 ft tall

High Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Nottingham Lake is classified as high hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection. 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	24 ft (taller than 41.9% in KS)
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	35 acre-ft
Normal Storage	19 acre-ft

Surface Area	3 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
NID ID	KS09554

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: No

Last Inspection: April 1, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

NOTTINGHAM ESTATES HOMES ASSOCIATION INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Nottingham Lake?

Nottingham 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 Nottingham Lake?

Nottingham Lake is owned by NOTTINGHAM ESTATES HOMES ASSOCIATION INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Nottingham Lake?

Nottingham Lake 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 Nottingham Lake?

Nottingham Lake has a dam height of 24 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 Nottingham Lake last inspected?

Nottingham Lake was last inspected on April 1, 2020. 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.