Sperfslage Stockwater Pond

WOLFLEY CREEK-TR· Nemaha, Kansas· Built 2001· Earth· 21 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Sperfslage Stockwater Pond is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 31.3% in KS)
Dam Length625 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage65 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge333 cfs
Year Completed2001 (25 years old)
NID IDKS09079

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: September 4, 2001
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

SPERFSLAGE, WILLIAM

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sperfslage Stockwater Pond?

Sperfslage Stockwater Pond 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 Sperfslage Stockwater Pond?

Sperfslage Stockwater Pond is owned by SPERFSLAGE, WILLIAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Sperfslage Stockwater Pond built?

Sperfslage Stockwater Pond 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 Sperfslage Stockwater Pond?

Sperfslage Stockwater Pond 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 Sperfslage Stockwater Pond?

Sperfslage Stockwater Pond has a dam height of 21 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 Sperfslage Stockwater Pond last inspected?

Sperfslage Stockwater Pond was last inspected on September 4, 2001. 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.