Wilson County State Lake
Key Takeaway
Wilson County State Lake is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. 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 | 55 ft (taller than 98.4% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 119 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | KS00899 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
KANSAS DEPT OF WILDLIFE PARKS & TOURISM
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wilson County State Lake?
Wilson County State Lake 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 Wilson County State Lake?
Wilson County State 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 Wilson County State Lake built?
Wilson County State Lake was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Wilson County State Lake?
Wilson County State Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wilson County State Lake?
Wilson County State Lake has a dam height of 55 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 Wilson County State Lake last inspected?
Wilson County State Lake was last inspected on January 11, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.