Lake Parsons Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateKansas
CountyNeosho
Nearest CityPARSONS
River/StreamLABETTE CREEK
Coordinates37.39768, -95.33286

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height52 ft
Dam Height52 ft
Dam Length5,650 ft
Year Completed1959 (67 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage38,000 acre-ft
Max Storage38,000 acre-ft
Normal Storage10,050 acre-ft
Surface Area980 acres
Drainage Area37 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerPARSONS, CITY OF
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection12/01/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDKS02514
Federal IDKS02514
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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