Rockwood Falls Estates

WOLF CREEK-TR· Johnson, Kansas· Built 2001· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Rockwood Falls Estates is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 25% in KS)
Dam Length1,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage297 acre-ft
Normal Storage134 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge10,000 cfs
Year Completed2001 (25 years old)
NID IDKS07917

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: April 30, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

ROCKWOOD FALLS ESTATES HOMES ASSOCIATION INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rockwood Falls Estates?

Rockwood Falls Estates 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 Rockwood Falls Estates?

Rockwood Falls Estates is owned by ROCKWOOD FALLS ESTATES HOMES ASSOCIATION INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rockwood Falls Estates built?

Rockwood Falls Estates was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Rockwood Falls Estates?

Rockwood Falls Estates 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 Rockwood Falls Estates?

Rockwood Falls Estates has a dam height of 20 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 Rockwood Falls Estates last inspected?

Rockwood Falls Estates was last inspected on April 30, 2018. 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.