Spriggs Rock

LITTLE ARKANSAS RIVER-TR· Rice, Kansas· Built 1940· Earth· 31 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Spriggs Rock is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 76.4% in KS)
Dam Length1,100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage240 acre-ft
Normal Storage175 acre-ft
Surface Area31 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Year Completed1940 (86 years old)
NID IDKS02525

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: January 10, 2005
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

HOGAN, SCOTT

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Spriggs Rock?

Spriggs Rock 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 Spriggs Rock?

Spriggs Rock is owned by HOGAN, SCOTT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Spriggs Rock built?

Spriggs Rock was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Spriggs Rock?

Spriggs Rock serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Spriggs Rock?

Spriggs Rock has a dam height of 31 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 Spriggs Rock last inspected?

Spriggs Rock was last inspected on January 10, 2005. 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.