Sarcoxie Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sarcoxie Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 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 | 29 ft (taller than 67.7% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,190 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 208 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 780 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | KS01253 |
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
SARCOXIE LAKE SUB-DIVISION HOMES ASSOC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sarcoxie Lake Dam?
Sarcoxie 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 Sarcoxie Lake Dam?
Sarcoxie Lake Dam is owned by SARCOXIE LAKE SUB-DIVISION HOMES ASSOC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sarcoxie Lake Dam built?
Sarcoxie Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Sarcoxie Lake Dam?
Sarcoxie Lake 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 Sarcoxie Lake Dam?
Sarcoxie Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Sarcoxie Lake Dam last inspected?
Sarcoxie Lake Dam was last inspected on April 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.