Carl Brollier Stockwater Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
The Carl Brollier Stockwater Dam, located in Stevens County, Kansas, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS to serve multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond management.
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Summary
Completed in 1964, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and has a length of 530 feet, providing a storage capacity of 91 acre-feet. Situated on the Cimarron River, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the Carl Brollier Stockwater Dam is a key asset in water resource management in the area. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 100 feet, ensuring the safe release of excess water during high-flow events. Despite not being regularly inspected, the dam's condition is currently rated as "Not Rated," highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its long-term effectiveness in climate management and water conservation efforts.
As a private-owned structure, the Carl Brollier Stockwater Dam serves as a testament to the importance of collaboration between public and private entities in safeguarding water resources and adapting to the challenges posed by climate change. With its strategic location and multi-purpose design, this dam exemplifies the resilience and ingenuity required to address the growing demands for water management in an ever-changing climate landscape.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
530 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
CIMARRON RIVER-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.47 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Drainage Area |
1.08 |
Nid Storage |
91 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
29 |
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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.
Carl Brollier Stockwater Dam