Arrowhead Lake Dam, also known as Ksnoname 226, is a privately owned structure located in Medicine Lodge, Kansas.
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Managed by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 39.8 feet and serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a storage capacity of 2037 acre-feet. Situated on Amber Creek, the dam boasts a spillway width of 400 feet and a maximum discharge of 3170 cubic feet per second.
With a hazard potential rated as high and a fair condition assessment, Arrowhead Lake Dam is regularly inspected by the Kansas Department of Agriculture to ensure its safety and compliance with regulatory standards. The dam's location in Barber County, Kansas, makes it a crucial water resource for the local community, providing both recreational opportunities and flood control measures. Despite being privately owned, the dam plays a significant role in water management within the area, highlighting the importance of proper infrastructure for sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
39.8 |
River Or Stream |
AMBER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
80 |
Hydraulic Height |
37 |
Drainage Area |
11.55 |
Nid Storage |
2037 |
Structural Height |
62 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
62 |
Sf Ninnescah R Nr Pratt
|
8cfs |
Medicine Lodge R Nr Kiowa
|
110cfs |
Rattlesnake C Nr Macksville
|
1cfs |
Salt Fork Arkansas River Nr Alva
|
94cfs |
Sf Ninnescah R Nr Murdock
|
159cfs |
Nf Ninnescah R Ab Cheney Re
|
81cfs |