Lake Estates Dam No 2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Estates West Tanglewood Lake
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Lake Estates Dam No 2, located in Linn County, Kansas, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This dam on Turkey Creek stands at a height of 65 feet and spans 815 feet in length, holding a maximum storage capacity of 840 acre-feet. With a surface area of 28.1 acres and a drainage area of 0.66 square miles, the dam serves as a vital water resource for the surrounding community.
Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Lake Estates Dam No 2 has a high hazard potential and undergoes inspections every 3 years to ensure its structural integrity. The dam, designed by Jonas Engineering Co., is regulated and permitted by the state, with state agency oversight for inspections, enforcement, and permitting. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam's condition is assessed as satisfactory, providing important recreational opportunities while ensuring public safety.
As an essential piece of infrastructure in the region, Lake Estates Dam No 2 plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate adaptation. Its efficient design and state-regulated operations make it a reliable asset for the community, demonstrating the importance of proper dam maintenance and oversight in ensuring water security and safety in a changing climate.
Dam Length |
815 |
Dam Height |
65 |
River Or Stream |
TURKEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
28.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
52 |
Drainage Area |
0.66 |
Nid Storage |
840 |
Structural Height |
65 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
65 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Marais Des Cygnes R At La Cygne
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108cfs |
Marais Des Cygnes R Nr Ks-Mo St Line
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106cfs |
Pottawatomie C At Lane
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11cfs |
L Osage R At Fulton
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1cfs |
Pottawatomie C Nr Scipio
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15cfs |
Big Bull C Nr Hillsdale
|
0cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Lake Estates Dam No 2