Site 101 -Roy Fruits Sp Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Site 101, also known as the Roy Fruits Sp Dam, is a local government-owned structure located in Cowley, Kansas.


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Summary

Built in 1972 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 23 feet tall and spans a length of 1290 feet. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with a normal storage capacity of 30.4 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 140 acre-feet.

Situated on Spring Creek, this dam has a low hazard potential and is currently deemed to be in a not-rated condition. With an uncontrolled spillway width of 120 feet, Site 101 has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. Despite not being regulated by the state, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find this site intriguing due to its design features and its contribution to managing water flow in the region.

Year Completed

1972

Dam Length

1290

Dam Height

23

River Or Stream

SPRING CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

11.81

Hydraulic Height

19

Nid Storage

140

Structural Height

23

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

23
       
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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.