Oxford Pointe Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Oxford Pointe, located in Leawood, Kansas, is a private water resource managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture.


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Summary

This recreational dam, completed in 1959, stands at 25 feet tall and spans 825 feet in length, holding a storage capacity of 110.87 acre-feet. The dam, built with a buttress core type, serves as an important feature along Tomahawk Creek-TR, contributing to the local ecosystem and providing recreational opportunities for the community.

Despite its significance, Oxford Pointe poses a high hazard potential due to its poor condition assessment. With a high risk of failure, regular inspections are conducted every three years to ensure public safety. The dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk management measures remain underdeveloped, highlighting the need for proactive measures to mitigate potential risks and safeguard the surrounding area from inundation events. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, staying informed about the maintenance and improvement of Oxford Pointe is crucial for supporting sustainable water management practices in Johnson County, Kansas.

Year Completed

1959

Dam Length

825

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

TOMAHAWK CREEK-TR

Surface Area

6.02

Drainage Area

0.91

Nid Storage

110.87

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

25
       
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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.