Legacy Lakes in Shawnee, Kansas, is a private water resource managed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture. This earth dam, completed in 1966, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management. With a height of 26 feet and a length of 600 feet, Legacy Lakes has a storage capacity of 78 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 3.94 acres.

Despite its age, Legacy Lakes has a high hazard potential and poor condition assessment, indicating the need for maintenance and potential upgrades. The dam's spillway, controlled and 66 feet wide, can handle a maximum discharge of 680 cubic feet per second. The risk assessment for this dam is very high, emphasizing the importance of monitoring and management measures to ensure the safety of the surrounding area and downstream communities.

Given its location near the Shungunga Creek and designation as a very high-risk structure, Legacy Lakes represents a critical water resource for the region. Climate and water resource enthusiasts should closely monitor any developments related to the dam's condition and management to protect the local ecosystem and communities from potential hazards.