Demonstration Project Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Located in Miami, Kansas, the Demonstration Project is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1999 by the USDA NRCS.


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Summary

With a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond, this dam spans 700 feet in length and reaches a height of 26.9 feet. The reservoir has a storage capacity of 65 acre-feet and a surface area of 4.5 acres, serving as a vital water resource for the surrounding area.

Although classified as having a low hazard potential, the Demonstration Project has not been rated for its condition assessment. Despite being non-regulated by the state, the dam provides essential benefits to the community, such as water storage and fire protection. With its strategic location along the Big Bull Creek, this project showcases the collaborative efforts between private landowners and government agencies in managing water resources and enhancing climate resilience in the region.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Demonstration Project serves as a model for sustainable dam development and management practices. Through the involvement of the USDA NRCS and other stakeholders, the project demonstrates the importance of investing in infrastructure that not only meets water supply needs but also contributes to environmental conservation and disaster risk reduction. As we continue to address the challenges of climate change, initiatives like the Demonstration Project play a crucial role in promoting water security and ecosystem health in Kansas and beyond.

Year Completed

1999

Dam Length

700

Dam Height

26.9

River Or Stream

BIG BULL CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4.5

Drainage Area

0.15

Nid Storage

65

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

27
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.