Waste Storage Pond 3 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Waste Storage Pond 3, located in Neosho, Kansas, is a privately owned earth dam structure completed in 2013 with a primary purpose designated as "Other." This low hazard potential dam has a height of 19 feet and a length of 2835 feet, with a storage capacity of 135.62 acre-feet.


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Summary

It is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and has state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place.

Situated along the Neosho River, Waste Storage Pond 3 plays a vital role in managing water resources in the region, with a drainage area of 0.02 square miles. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is classified as high risk due to certain factors. Although its condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," the dam is equipped with outlet gates and has no spillway, locks, or associated structures.

With its risk management measures and emergency action plan status currently unspecified, Waste Storage Pond 3 presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts. As a privately owned structure in a critical location, its operational and regulatory framework may offer valuable insights into sustainable water management practices and the intersection of public and private interests in safeguarding our natural resources.

Year Completed

2013

Dam Length

2835

Dam Height

19

River Or Stream

NEOSHO RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Drainage Area

0.02

Nid Storage

135.62

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

19
       
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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.