Wulfkuhle Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Wulfkuhle Dam, located in Douglas County, Kansas, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.


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Summary

Designed by USDA NRCS, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 27 feet with a structural height of 28 feet and a length of 350 feet. It has a maximum storage capacity of 27.12 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 16 acre-feet, serving the Deer Creek-TR river or stream for water resource management.

With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Wulfkuhle Dam has not been inspected since July 2004, indicating a need for updated assessment and safety measures. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type with a width of 38 feet and no outlet gates. Despite its condition assessment being "Not Rated," the dam plays a significant role in providing essential services for fire protection and agricultural purposes in the region.

While not under state jurisdiction or regulation, Wulfkuhle Dam serves as a vital infrastructure for the local community, maintaining a moderate risk level that necessitates regular inspection and potential risk management measures. As a key component for water resource management and environmental conservation, the dam's design and purpose highlight the importance of maintaining and updating such structures to ensure their continued functionality and safety for the surrounding area.

Dam Length

350

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

DEER CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2.26

Hydraulic Height

27

Nid Storage

27.12

Structural Height

28

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

28
       
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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.