New Wellington Lake

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateKansas
CountySumner
River/StreamEAST PRAIRIE CREEK
Coordinates37.20292, -97.52795

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height39 ft
Dam Height39 ft
Dam Length3,700 ft
Year Completed1996 (30 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage15,986 acre-ft
Max Storage15,986 acre-ft
Normal Storage5,907 acre-ft
Surface Area675 acres
Drainage Area17 sq mi
Max Discharge8,205 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerWELLINGTON, CITY OF
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection04/14/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDKS07526
Federal IDKS07526
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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