Waste Storage Pond 4 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Royal Lake Dd No 145
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Waste Storage Pond 4, located in Ness City, Kansas, is a privately owned structure designed by Kevin Shamburg of KLA Environmental Services, Inc.
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Summary
This waste storage pond was completed in 2008 and serves a primary purpose that falls under the "Other" category. With a dam height of 27 feet and a length of 1201 feet, Waste Storage Pond 4 has a storage capacity of 219 acre-feet, making it a significant resource in managing water and waste in the area.
Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Waste Storage Pond 4 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state agencies, ensuring the safety and compliance of its operations. The pond sits along the Middle Fork Walnut Creek-TR river/stream and covers a surface area of 15.3 acres with a drainage area of 0.06 square miles. Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential, Waste Storage Pond 4 is considered to have a high risk level, indicating the importance of effective risk management measures to prevent potential issues.
The location of Waste Storage Pond 4 in Lane County, Kansas, highlights its role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region. As a key structure in handling waste and water, this pond serves as a vital component in the overall ecosystem, contributing to the sustainability and environmental stewardship of the area. With its low hazard potential and high risk level, Waste Storage Pond 4 underscores the importance of proactive management and monitoring to ensure its continued effectiveness in water storage and waste management.
Year Completed |
2008 |
Dam Length |
1201 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
MIDDLE FORK WALNUT CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.06 |
Nid Storage |
219 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Smoky Hill R At Elkader
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0cfs |
Smoky Hill R Nr Arnold
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1cfs |
Arkansas R At Garden City
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0cfs |
Saline R Nr Wakeeney
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6cfs |
Farmers Ditch Nr Deerfield
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0cfs |
Pawnee R Nr Burdett
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0cfs |
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.
Waste Storage Pond 4