Wallace Dam

BETTS CREEK-TR· Wyandotte, Kansas· 31 ft tall

High Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Wallace Dam is classified as high hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	31 ft (taller than 76.4% in KS)
Dam Length	410 ft
Max Storage	51 acre-ft
Normal Storage	25 acre-ft

Surface Area	3 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Max Discharge	539 cfs
NID ID	KS02672

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: December 19, 2012

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

COMPASS COMMODITY GROUP 300 LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wallace Dam?

Wallace Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Wallace Dam?

Wallace Dam is owned by COMPASS COMMODITY GROUP 300 LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Wallace Dam?

Wallace Dam 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 Wallace Dam?

Wallace Dam 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 Wallace Dam last inspected?

Wallace Dam was last inspected on December 19, 2012. 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.