Tanglewood Lake

TURKEY CREEK· Linn, Kansas· Earth· 48 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Tanglewood Lake is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 48 ft (taller than 96.9% in KS)
Dam Length1,625 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage2.8K acre-ft
Normal Storage2.2K acre-ft
Surface Area101 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
NID IDKS01306

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: Yes
Last Inspection: March 18, 2024
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

TANGLEWOOD LAKE OWNERS ASSN INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tanglewood Lake?

Tanglewood Lake 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 Tanglewood Lake?

Tanglewood Lake is owned by TANGLEWOOD LAKE OWNERS ASSN INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Tanglewood Lake?

Tanglewood Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Tanglewood Lake?

Tanglewood Lake has a dam height of 48 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 Tanglewood Lake last inspected?

Tanglewood Lake was last inspected on March 18, 2024. 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.