W. Morris A.K.A. Super's Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

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Summary

Morris A.K.A. Super's Dam, located in Sedgwick County, Kansas, serves a dual purpose of fire protection and as a stock or small fish pond. This privately owned earth dam stands at a height of 21.5 feet and has a hydraulic height of 19 feet, with a structural height of 24 feet. The dam, with a length of 850 feet and a storage capacity of 299 acre-feet, primarily regulates Clearwater Creek-TR.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the condition of W. Morris A.K.A. Super's Dam has not been rated, and its last inspection date is unknown. The dam, built with a buttress core type and situated in an area with a drainage area of 4.85 square miles, is not state regulated. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment are also undetermined, highlighting the need for further evaluation and potential management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of this essential water resource structure.

The geographic coordinates for W. Morris A.K.A. Super's Dam are 37.620655 latitude and -97.623976 longitude, located in the city of Oxford. With a maximum discharge capacity of 8879 cubic feet per second and a surface area of 17.5 acres, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and protection in the region. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find W. Morris A.K.A. Super's Dam an intriguing structure to study and monitor in the context of sustainable water management practices and climate resilience.

Dam Length

850

Dam Height

21.5

River Or Stream

CLEARWATER CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

17.5

Hydraulic Height

19

Drainage Area

4.85

Nid Storage

299

Structural Height

24

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

24
       
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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.