Stockwater Pond

WOLF CREEK-TR· Osage, Kansas· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Stockwater Pond is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 21.5% in KS)
Dam Length660 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage81 acre-ft
Normal Storage27 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge806 cfs
Year Modified2005
NID IDKS04157

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: October 26, 2005
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

RUBLE, JAMES L

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stockwater Pond?

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 Stockwater Pond?

Stockwater Pond is owned by RUBLE, JAMES L (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Stockwater Pond?

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 Stockwater Pond?

Stockwater Pond has a dam height of 19 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 Pond last inspected?

Stockwater Pond was last inspected on October 26, 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.