Gardner Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateKansas
CountyJohnson
Nearest CityDESOTO
River/StreamKILL CREEK
Coordinates38.85385, -94.93334

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeOther
NID Height61 ft
Dam Height58 ft
Dam Length1,550 ft
Year Completed1940 (86 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage3,618 acre-ft
Max Storage3,618 acre-ft
Normal Storage2,060 acre-ft
Surface Area130 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Max Discharge13,150 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerGARDNER, CITY OF
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection12/09/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDKS02488
Federal IDKS02488
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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