Rogers Dam

BIG BLUE RIVER-TR· Riley, Kansas· Earth· 33 ft tall

High Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Rogers Dam 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	33 ft (taller than 81.7% in KS)
Dam Length	560 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	75 acre-ft
Normal Storage	23 acre-ft

Surface Area	4 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Max Discharge	358 cfs
NID ID	KS01809

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: February 19, 2016

State Regulated: No

Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY;ROGERS PROPERTIES INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rogers Dam?

Rogers 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 Rogers Dam?

Rogers Dam is owned by KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY;ROGERS PROPERTIES INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Rogers Dam?

Rogers Dam 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 Rogers Dam?

Rogers Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Rogers Dam last inspected?

Rogers Dam was last inspected on February 19, 2016. 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.