Harvey Wood Farm Pond Reservoir Report
Nearby: King Solomon Dam Red Bud Lake
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Harvey Wood Farm Pond, located in Solomon, Kansas, is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1974 by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 13.5 feet with a hydraulic height of 14 feet and a structural height of 18 feet, providing a storage capacity of 160.1 acre-feet and serving a drainage area of 0.48 square miles. The pond covers a surface area of 6 acres and has a normal storage capacity of 12.7 acre-feet, making it a crucial asset for managing water resources in the region.
This significant dam has an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 94 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 1639 cubic feet per second. Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential, the dam's condition is assessed as fair, indicating a need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued effectiveness in flood risk reduction. The inspection frequency for the Harvey Wood Farm Pond is set at 5 years, with the last inspection conducted in May 2020, highlighting the commitment to maintaining the structure's safety and functionality for water resource management in the area.
With its strategic location along the Smoky Hill River, the Harvey Wood Farm Pond plays a vital role in the local water infrastructure, contributing to flood risk reduction efforts and demonstrating the collaborative efforts of the Kansas Department of Agriculture and the Natural Resources Conservation Service in ensuring the safety and resilience of water resources in Dickinson County. As climate change continues to impact water availability and extreme weather events, the Harvey Wood Farm Pond stands as a key asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking sustainable solutions for water management in the region.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
1300 |
Dam Height |
13.5 |
River Or Stream |
SMOKY HILL RIVER-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Drainage Area |
0.48 |
Nid Storage |
160.1 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Solomon R At Niles
|
227cfs |
Smoky Hill R At Enterprise
|
482cfs |
Mulberry C Nr Salina
|
17cfs |
Chapman C Nr Chapman
|
15cfs |
Smoky Hill R Nr Mentor
|
106cfs |
Gypsum C Nr Gypsum
|
17cfs |
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.
Harvey Wood Farm Pond