Dd No 1 (Vogelman) Reservoir Report
Nearby: Gs Dd No 5 Frd No 2
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Dd No 1 (Vogelman) is a dam located in POTWIN, Butler County, Kansas, constructed in 1980 by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of Flood Risk Reduction.
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Summary
The dam is classified as an Earth dam with a height of 21 feet and a length of 1800 feet, providing a storage capacity of 599 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and has state permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes in place.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment score of 3, Dd No 1 (Vogelman) has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 50 feet and a surface area of 4.8 acres. It is situated on the MAY BRANCH WHITEWATER RIVER-TR, within the Kansas City District, and falls under the jurisdiction of the local government. The dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region and contributes to the overall water resource management efforts in Butler County.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Dd No 1 (Vogelman) to be an interesting case study in dam infrastructure and flood risk reduction strategies. The dam, designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, serves as a key component in the water management system of the area, with a focus on protecting the surrounding communities from potential flooding events. As a state-regulated structure with state permitting and inspection requirements, the dam exemplifies the collaborative efforts between government agencies and local authorities to ensure the safety and integrity of water resources in Kansas.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
1800 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
MAY BRANCH WHITEWATER RIVER-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.8 |
Drainage Area |
1.08 |
Nid Storage |
599 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cedar C Nr Cedar Point
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61cfs |
Cottonwood R Nr Florence
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215cfs |
Whitewater R At Towanda
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64cfs |
N Cottonwood R Bl Marion Lk
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1cfs |
L Arkansas R At Valley Center
|
78cfs |
L Arkansas R Nr Sedgwick
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78cfs |
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.
Dd No 1 (Vogelman)