Recreational Dam

MASSEY CREEK-TR· Miami, Kansas· Earth· 36 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Recreational Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 36 ft (taller than 87.5% in KS)
Dam Length800 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage457 acre-ft
Normal Storage219 acre-ft
Surface Area21 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDKS09200

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: June 30, 1995
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

ROGLER ENTERPRISES INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Recreational Dam?

Recreational 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 Recreational Dam?

Recreational Dam is owned by ROGLER ENTERPRISES INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Recreational Dam?

Recreational 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 Recreational Dam?

Recreational Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Recreational Dam last inspected?

Recreational Dam was last inspected on June 30, 1995. 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.