Milford Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Milford Dam, also known as Milford Lake, is a federal-owned rockfill dam located in Geary County, Kansas.


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Summary

Completed in 1967 by the US Army Corps of Engineers, the dam stands at a hydraulic height of 147 feet and a structural height of 126 feet, with a length of 6,300 feet and a volume of 15,000,000 cubic yards. The dam serves multiple purposes including flood risk reduction, fish and wildlife pond, recreation, and water supply, and has a maximum storage capacity of 1,145,000 acre-feet.

With a high hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the US Army Corps of Engineers actively manages flood risks associated with the dam. This includes monitoring its condition, prioritizing risk-reducing activities, and engaging with local emergency managers and the public to raise awareness and preparedness for potential dam-related emergencies. Regular maintenance and repairs are conducted to ensure the dam's structural integrity, and an emergency action plan is regularly updated to guide response in case of an emergency. Despite these measures, the dam still faces risks from severe weather events and potential overflows, highlighting the importance of ongoing risk management efforts.

Year Completed

1967

Dam Length

6300

River Or Stream

REPUBLICAN RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Rockfill

Surface Area

15708

Hydraulic Height

147

Drainage Area

24882

Nid Storage

1145000

Structural Height

126

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 0

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

147
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.