Wyandotte County Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wyandotte County Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1941 and is 85 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 98 ft (taller than 99.8% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,790 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 14.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 375 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 11,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1941 (85 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02555 |
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
WYANDOTTE COUNTY, UNIFIED GOVT OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wyandotte County Lake Dam?
Wyandotte County Lake 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 Wyandotte County Lake Dam?
Wyandotte County Lake Dam is owned by WYANDOTTE COUNTY, UNIFIED GOVT OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wyandotte County Lake Dam built?
Wyandotte County Lake Dam was completed in 1941, making it 85 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 Wyandotte County Lake Dam?
Wyandotte County Lake 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 Wyandotte County Lake Dam?
Wyandotte County Lake Dam has a dam height of 98 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 Wyandotte County Lake Dam last inspected?
Wyandotte County Lake Dam was last inspected on March 24, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.