Summary
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 Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
16.5 |
River Or Stream |
BLACKSMITH CREEK-TR |
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 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Soldier C Nr Topeka
|
2cfs |
Kansas R At Topeka
|
1660cfs |
Soldier C Nr Delia
|
2cfs |
Wakarusa R Nr Richland
|
1cfs |
Mill C Nr Paxico
|
32cfs |
Kansas R Nr Belvue
|
1410cfs |
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.
Hunter Pond