Jessee Pond Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Jessee Pond, located in Cherokee, Kansas, serves as an important source of irrigation for the surrounding area.
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Summary
Completed in 2012, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 9 feet and spans a length of 1553 feet, with a storage capacity of 234 acre-feet. The pond covers a surface area of 24.41 acres and is fed by Shawnee Creek-TR, making it a vital resource for agricultural activities in the region.
Despite its low hazard potential, Jessee Pond is equipped with a spillway width of 190 feet to manage any potential overflow. The dam's condition is currently not rated, but it is subject to moderate risk assessment. While it has not been inspected recently, the pond's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are not specified. With its strategic location and essential role in irrigation, Jessee Pond stands as a key water resource in the region, contributing to sustainable agricultural practices and water management efforts in Cherokee, Kansas.
Year Completed |
2012 |
Dam Length |
1553 |
Dam Height |
9 |
River Or Stream |
SHAWNEE CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24.41 |
Drainage Area |
0.41 |
Nid Storage |
234 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
9 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Spring River Near Waco
|
121cfs |
Shoal Creek Above Joplin
|
151cfs |
Spring River Near Quapaw
|
455cfs |
Spring River At Carthage
|
58cfs |
Lightning C Nr Mccune
|
8cfs |
Tar Creek At 22nd Street Bridge
|
4cfs |
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.
Jessee Pond