West Dam

NEOSHO RIVER-TR· Lyon, Kansas· Earth· 23 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

West Dam is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 38.6% in KS)
Dam Length580 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage79 acre-ft
Normal Storage28 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge838 cfs
NID IDKS07367

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: May 1, 2008
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

WESTLAKE HOMEOWNERS ASSN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of West Dam?

West Dam 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 West Dam?

West Dam is owned by WESTLAKE HOMEOWNERS ASSN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of West Dam?

West Dam 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 West Dam?

West Dam has a dam height of 23 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 West Dam last inspected?

West Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2008. 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.