Stockwater Pond

Coffey, Kansas· Built 2002· Earth· 14 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Stockwater Pond is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 3.7% in KS)
Dam Length430 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage54 acre-ft
Normal Storage15 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge146 cfs
Year Completed2002 (24 years old)
NID IDKS09065

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: March 28, 2002
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

DEVENA, STAN

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 DEVENA, STAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stockwater Pond built?

Stockwater Pond was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 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 14 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 March 28, 2002. 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.