Jaycee Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Jaycee Dam, located in Augusta, Kansas, is a privately owned structure on Elm Creek with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Built in 1958, this earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet and has a length of 1020 feet, providing a storage capacity of 188 acre-feet. Despite its relatively small size, the dam is considered to have a high hazard potential and is currently in poor condition according to the latest assessment in 2018.

The dam, managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, is regulated and inspected by the state, ensuring its safety and compliance with regulations. While it lacks federal funding, design, and construction involvement, Jaycee Dam serves as a recreational water resource for the local community, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and other outdoor activities. With a surface area of 22 acres and a drainage area of 3.83 square miles, the dam plays a vital role in water management in Butler County.

Despite its age and current condition assessment, Jaycee Dam continues to provide essential recreational opportunities and water storage capacity in the area. As climate change impacts water resources, it is crucial for stakeholders to monitor and maintain dams like Jaycee to ensure their safety and functionality for future generations of water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.

Year Completed

1958

Dam Length

1020

Dam Height

14

River Or Stream

ELM CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

22

Hydraulic Height

14

Drainage Area

3.83

Nid Storage

188

Structural Height

15

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

15
       
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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.