Pond #3 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Pond #3, located in Franklin County, Kansas, is a privately-owned irrigation pond regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture.
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Summary
With a storage capacity of 80.3 acre-feet and a surface area of 7 acres, the pond serves primarily for irrigation purposes. The dam, standing at 22 feet in height, is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type.
Despite being labeled as having a low hazard potential and not yet rated for condition assessment, Pond #3 plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area. It is situated within the Tulsa District of the US Army Corps of Engineers and falls under the jurisdiction of Congressional District 02 in Kansas. While specific details about its construction year and spillway type are not provided, the pond's significance in supporting agricultural activities in the region cannot be understated. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate sustainability would find interest in studying the management and utilization of Pond #3 for irrigation purposes in Kansas.
Dam Height |
22 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Drainage Area |
0.21 |
Nid Storage |
80.3 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pottawatomie C At Lane
|
11cfs |
Marais Des Cygnes R Nr Ottawa
|
48cfs |
Pottawatomie C Nr Scipio
|
15cfs |
Big Bull C Nr Hillsdale
|
0cfs |
Marais Des Cygnes R Nr Pomona
|
13cfs |
Big Bull C Nr Edgerton
|
1cfs |
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.
Pond #3