Oak Tree Meadows Dam
Key Takeaway
Oak Tree Meadows Dam is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 22 ft (taller than 34.2% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 485 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2009 (17 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2011 |
| NID ID | KS07295 |
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
OAK TREE MEADOWS HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Oak Tree Meadows Dam?
Oak Tree Meadows 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 Oak Tree Meadows Dam?
Oak Tree Meadows Dam is owned by OAK TREE MEADOWS HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oak Tree Meadows Dam built?
Oak Tree Meadows Dam was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 Oak Tree Meadows Dam?
Oak Tree Meadows Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Oak Tree Meadows Dam?
Oak Tree Meadows Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Oak Tree Meadows Dam last inspected?
Oak Tree Meadows Dam was last inspected on September 17, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.