Stockwater Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 12, 2025

Stockwater Pond, located in Doniphan, Kansas, is a privately-owned earth dam structure designed by NRCS for fire protection, stock, or small fish pond purposes.


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Summary

Completed in 2008, this pond has a maximum storage capacity of 121.9 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 39.6 acre-feet, with a surface area of 5.1 acres. The dam stands at a height of 34.2 feet and is classified as having a low hazard potential.

The pond is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and undergoes state inspection and enforcement processes. It is situated near Brush Creek-TR in the city of Troy, with a latitude of 39.71586886 and a longitude of -95.08327134. Despite being privately owned, Stockwater Pond plays an important role in water resource management, providing essential services for fire protection and livestock watering in the region. The structure's condition is currently not rated, but it meets state regulatory requirements and is considered to have low risk potential.

Stockwater Pond serves as a valuable asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts, showcasing the collaboration between private ownership and state regulatory agencies in ensuring the safety and functionality of water infrastructure. With a focus on fire protection and stock watering, this pond exemplifies the importance of sustainable water management practices for both human and environmental needs. As a relatively new construction, Stockwater Pond represents modern engineering techniques in creating efficient and effective water storage solutions in the Kansas landscape.

Year Completed

2008

Dam Height

34.2

River Or Stream

BRUSH CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5.1

Nid Storage

121.9

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

34
       
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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.