Pleasanton City Lake Dam

MUDDY CREEK-TR· Linn, Kansas· Built 1968· Earth· 49 ft tall
High Hazard Water Supply Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Pleasanton City Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 49 ft (taller than 97.3% in KS)
Dam Length1,500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage2.5K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.4K acre-ft
Surface Area100 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
Year Modified2016
NID IDKS02497

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: Yes
Last Inspection: April 13, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

PLEASANTON, CITY OF

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pleasanton City Lake Dam?

Pleasanton City Lake 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 Pleasanton City Lake Dam?

Pleasanton City Lake Dam is owned by PLEASANTON, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pleasanton City Lake Dam built?

Pleasanton City Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Pleasanton City Lake Dam?

Pleasanton City Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Pleasanton City Lake Dam?

Pleasanton City Lake Dam has a dam height of 49 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 Pleasanton City Lake Dam last inspected?

Pleasanton City Lake Dam was last inspected on April 13, 2021. 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.