Sheridan State Fishing Lake
Key Takeaway
Sheridan State Fishing Lake is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. 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 | 61 ft (taller than 98.9% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,320 ft |
| Max Storage | 2.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 87 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | KS00896 |
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
KANSAS DEPT OF WILDLIFE PARKS & TOURISM
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sheridan State Fishing Lake?
Sheridan State Fishing Lake 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 Sheridan State Fishing Lake?
Sheridan State Fishing Lake is owned by KANSAS DEPT OF WILDLIFE PARKS & TOURISM (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sheridan State Fishing Lake built?
Sheridan State Fishing Lake was completed in 1959, making it 67 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Sheridan State Fishing Lake?
Sheridan State Fishing Lake has a dam height of 61 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 Sheridan State Fishing Lake last inspected?
Sheridan State Fishing Lake was last inspected on October 19, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.