Bronson City Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Bronson City Dam, also known as Bronson Water Storage Dam, is a vital water supply infrastructure located in Uniontown, Bourbon County, Kansas.


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Summary

Built in 1956 by ASSOCIATED MUNICIPAL ENG, this earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and stretches 550 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 237 acre-feet. The dam is primarily regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and serves as a crucial source of water for the local community.

Situated on Tennyson Creek, the Bronson City Dam plays a key role in managing water resources in the area, with a normal storage capacity of 117 acre-feet and a low hazard potential. Despite its age, the dam has not been rated for its condition and does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place. The dam's inspection frequency is currently listed as 0, with the last inspection conducted in April 2007. With its strategic location and importance for water supply, the Bronson City Dam serves as a significant asset for the community and highlights the importance of proper management and maintenance of water resources in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1956

Dam Length

550

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

TENNYSON CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10

Hydraulic Height

30

Drainage Area

0.89

Nid Storage

237

Structural Height

35

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

35
       
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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.