Site No 16 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Site No 17 Site No 15
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Site No 16, located in Wabaunsee, Kansas, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.
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Summary
The dam, designed by Charles W Naylor, stands at a height of 33.5 feet and has a storage capacity of 137.76 acre-feet. With a surface area of 6.6 acres and a drainage area of 0.34 square miles, the dam contributes to the management of water resources in the area.
Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Site No 16 is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the state, ensuring that it meets safety standards and poses a low hazard potential. Despite not being rated for its condition, the dam continues to serve its purpose effectively. With no associated structures and no outlet gates, the site remains a key feature in the protection and utilization of water resources in the region.
Although the dam has not been modified in recent years and lacks certain emergency preparedness measures, its presence along the Snokomo Creek-TR underscores its importance for fire protection and stock maintenance. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, Site No 16 stands as a testament to the ongoing efforts to manage and protect water resources for future generations.
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
33.5 |
River Or Stream |
SNOKOMO CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.6 |
Drainage Area |
0.34 |
Nid Storage |
137.76 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
34 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Mill C Nr Paxico
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44cfs |
Kansas R Nr Belvue
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1440cfs |
Kansas R At Wamego
|
1600cfs |
Soldier C Nr Delia
|
3cfs |
Rock C Nr Louisville
|
16cfs |
Soldier C Nr Topeka
|
3cfs |
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.
Site No 16