Washington State Fishing Lake
Key Takeaway
Washington State Fishing Lake is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 49 ft (taller than 97.3% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,210 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 111 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | KS00898 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
KANSAS DEPT OF WILDLIFE PARKS & TOURISM
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Washington State Fishing Lake?
Washington State Fishing Lake is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Washington State Fishing Lake?
Washington State Fishing Lake is owned by KANSAS DEPT OF WILDLIFE PARKS & TOURISM (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Washington State Fishing Lake built?
Washington State Fishing Lake was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Washington State Fishing Lake?
Washington State Fishing Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Washington State Fishing Lake?
Washington State Fishing Lake has a dam height of 49 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 Washington State Fishing Lake last inspected?
Washington State Fishing Lake was last inspected on June 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.