Westagard Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Westagard Dam, located in Anderson, Kansas, is a privately owned irrigation dam with a primary purpose of providing water for agricultural use.
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Summary
The dam, classified as an Earth dam with a Buttress core type, has a height of 13 feet and a storage capacity of 175 acre-feet. Despite its relatively low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is currently labeled as "Not Rated."
Managed by the Tulsa District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Westagard Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. With a normal storage capacity of 92.1 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 1200 cubic feet per second, the dam helps regulate water flow for irrigation purposes. Although the dam's inspection frequency is listed as zero and its emergency action plan status is unknown, its low hazard potential suggests a relatively low risk to surrounding communities.
While specific details about the dam's construction date and recent modifications are not provided in the data, its presence as a key irrigation infrastructure in Kansas highlights the importance of such structures in supporting agricultural activities in the region. With its strategic location and capacity to store and regulate water flow, Westagard Dam serves as a vital resource for farmers and landowners in Anderson County, contributing to the overall resilience of the local water supply system in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam Height |
13 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14.1 |
Drainage Area |
0.26 |
Nid Storage |
175 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
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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.
Westagard Dam