P & M Coal Dam, located in BOICOURT, Kansas, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, as well as providing a stock or small fish pond. This privately owned earth dam stands at 19 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 17 feet and a length of 370 feet. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 22 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 67 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 5.7 acres.

The dam, situated on NORTH SUGAR CREEK-TR, falls under the jurisdiction of the Tulsa District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has not been rated for its condition. The last inspection was conducted in September 1990, and the dam has not been modified since. With no state regulation or permitting, the P & M Coal Dam remains a vital asset for water resource management and climate enthusiasts interested in its role in the local ecosystem.

Enthusiasts can appreciate the unique design of the dam, with a buttress core type and an unknown foundation type. The dam's location at 3,20S, 25E in Linn County, Kansas, adds to its significance in the region. While the dam's emergency action plan and risk assessment information are not currently available, the dam's operational history and purpose make it an intriguing site for those interested in water resource management and climate adaptation efforts in the area.