Cloud City Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Cloud City Dam, located in Andover, Kansas, is a privately owned structure designed by Poe & Associates in 2001.


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Summary

This Earth-type dam stands at a height of 17 feet and spans a length of 800 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 54.21 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, providing a serene environment for water and climate enthusiasts to enjoy outdoor activities.

Situated on Fourmile Creek-TR in Butler County, Cloud City Dam is regulated by the state of Kansas and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and integrity. With a significant hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," the dam is closely monitored for any potential risks. Despite its remote location, the dam attracts visitors for its recreational opportunities, including fishing, boating, and wildlife observation.

Cloud City Dam's unique design, buttress core type, and unlisted/unknown foundation make it a distinctive feature in the Kansas City District. While the dam lacks specific spillway details and emergency action plans, its role in providing recreational opportunities and water resource management highlights its importance in the region. As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to appreciate the beauty and functionality of Cloud City Dam, ongoing efforts to assess and manage potential risks ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment.

Year Completed

2001

Dam Length

800

Dam Height

17

River Or Stream

FOURMILE CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3.47

Drainage Area

0.63

Nid Storage

54.21

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

17
       
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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.