West (Upper) Pond

Clay, Kansas· 20 ft tall
Unknown Not Listed

Key Takeaway

West (Upper) Pond is classified as unknown in Kansas.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 25% in KS)
Max Storage55 acre-ft
Normal Storage27 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
NID IDKS09565

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

WIETHARN, BOB

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of West (Upper) Pond?

West (Upper) Pond is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates West (Upper) Pond?

West (Upper) Pond is owned by WIETHARN, BOB (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is West (Upper) Pond?

West (Upper) Pond has a dam height of 20 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.

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.