Lower West Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateKansas
CountyLinn
Nearest CityPLEASANTON
River/StreamMUDDY CREEK-TR
Coordinates38.17469, -94.72305

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height14 ft
Dam Height14 ft
Dam Length1,650 ft
Year Completed1904 (122 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage209 acre-ft
Max Storage209 acre-ft
Normal Storage56 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge6,200 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerPLEASANTON, CITY OF
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection04/21/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDKS09160
Federal IDKS09160
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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