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HUNTER POND

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Unlisted/Unknown Dam Blacksmith Creek-Tr
April 21, 2025


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Located in Topeka, Kansas, Hunter Pond is a private earth dam structure built in 1967 primarily for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes. With a dam height of 16.5 feet and a hydraulic height of 38 feet, the pond has a storage capacity of 88.8 acre-feet and a surface area of 5.1 acres. It is situated along Blacksmith Creek-TR, within the Kansas City District, and is owned by a private entity.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, Hunter Pond is not currently regulated or inspected by the state of Kansas. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 50 feet, and no outlet gates. The last inspection date was in March 2011, with a frequency of 0 inspections. The condition assessment is listed as "Not Rated" and the emergency action plan status is not specified.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Hunter Pond provides an interesting case study of a privately owned earth dam structure in Kansas. With its unique purpose and design, the pond offers opportunities for recreational activities and wildlife habitat while also highlighting the importance of regular inspections and risk management measures to ensure safety and sustainability for the surrounding area.

Year_Completed 1967
Dam_Height 16.5
River_Or_Stream BLACKSMITH CREEK-TR
Dam_Length 300
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 5.1
Hydraulic_Height 38
Drainage_Area 0.18
Nid_Storage 88.8
Structural_Height 40
Outlet_Gates None
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Unlisted/Unknown
Nid_Height 40
       

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