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Meyer Dam No 2 (Upper) is a privately owned structure located in Bonner Springs, Kansas, along the Wolf Creek-TR. Built in 1978 by the USDA NRCS, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 29 feet and has a hydraulic height of 32 feet, with a structural height of 35 feet. The primary purpose of the dam is for irrigation, with additional purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management.
With a maximum storage capacity of 107 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 61.1 acre-feet, Meyer Dam No 2 (Upper) plays a vital role in water resource management in the region. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as 'Not Rated' in terms of condition assessment. The dam has a spillway width of 84 feet and a maximum discharge of 966 cfs, ensuring efficient water flow management during periods of high water levels.
Although not under state jurisdiction or regulation, Meyer Dam No 2 (Upper) remains an important infrastructure for water resource management and irrigation in Leavenworth County, Kansas. Its construction by the Natural Resources Conservation Service reflects a commitment to sustainable water use and agricultural practices in the region. The dam's strategic location and design contribute to the overall water security and climate resilience of the area.
Year_Completed | 1978 |
Dam_Height | 29 |
River_Or_Stream | WOLF CREEK-TR |
Dam_Length | 540 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 8.3 |
Hydraulic_Height | 32 |
Drainage_Area | 0.2 |
Nid_Storage | 107 |
Structural_Height | 35 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 35 |
SPAVINAW CREEK NEAR MAYSVILLE | 503cfs |
NEOSHO RIVER NEAR CHOUTEAU | 452cfs |
NEOSHO RIVER NEAR LANGLEY | 9260cfs |
BEATY CREEK NEAR JAY | 189cfs |
OSAGE CREEK NEAR CAVE SPRINGS | 331cfs |
FLINT CREEK AT SPRINGTOWN | 52cfs |
SPAVINAW CREEK NEAR EUCHA | 122cfs |