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Stockwater (Domestic Use) is a private water resource located in Lyon County, Kansas, specifically in Burlington. Managed by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and spans a length of 580 feet, providing a storage capacity of 62.83 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this dam is to serve as a source of fire protection and stockwater for the area, as well as a small fish pond.
Situated along Fourmile Creek-TR, this low hazard potential structure boasts a spillway width of 30 feet and covers a surface area of 4.52 acres. Despite not being state regulated, inspected, or permitted, Stockwater (Domestic Use) remains in good condition and has not been rated for its current status. With no emergency action plan in place, the dam still fulfills its vital role in providing essential water resources for domestic and agricultural use in the region. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this structure serves as a noteworthy example of sustainable water management practices in a rural setting.
Dam_Height | 20 |
River_Or_Stream | FOURMILE CREEK-TR |
Dam_Length | 580 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 4.52 |
Drainage_Area | 0.21 |
Nid_Storage | 62.83 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 20 |
NEOSHO R NR AMERICUS | 323cfs |
DRAGOON C NR BURLINGAME | 37cfs |
SALT C AT LYNDON | 255cfs |
NEOSHO R AT COUNCIL GROVE | 15cfs |
MARAIS DES CYGNES R NR POMONA | 2610cfs |
BIG BLUE R NR MANHATTAN | 215cfs |
WAKARUSA R NR RICHLAND | 239cfs |