Stockwater

SOUTH BRANCH OTTER CREEK· Greenwood, Kansas· Built 1996· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Stockwater is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 31.3% in KS)
Dam Length470 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage58 acre-ft
Normal Storage21 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1996 (30 years old)
NID IDKS07746

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: May 31, 1996
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

HARTNESS, DANNY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stockwater?

Stockwater 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 Stockwater?

Stockwater is owned by HARTNESS, DANNY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stockwater built?

Stockwater was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Stockwater?

Stockwater 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 Stockwater?

Stockwater 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 Stockwater last inspected?

Stockwater was last inspected on May 31, 1996. 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.