WILSON LK NR WILSON
Reservoir Levels • Weather • Hydrology
Wilson Lake is a reservoir located in the central part of Kansas, near the town of Wilson. The lake was created in 1964 by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers as a flood control and water supply project. It is fed by several small streams and has a capacity of 155,000 acre-feet. The lake has a surface area of 9,000 acres and is popular for fishing, boating, and water sports. The lake is also a habitat for several species of fish, including walleye, crappie, and catfish. The surrounding land is used primarily for agriculture, including wheat, corn, and soybeans. The lake and its surrounding area are also popular for hunting and camping. The lake is managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and is part of the Kansas River Basin.
July 26, 2024
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| Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Ngvd 1929, Ft 24hr Change | 0% |
| Percent of Normal | 100% |
| Minimum |
1,505.46 ft
2016-04-16 |
| Maximum |
1,527.08 ft
2019-06-12 |
| Average | 1,515 ft |
| Hydraulic_Height | 130 |
| Drainage_Area | 1917 |
| Year_Completed | 1964 |
| Nid_Storage | 736000 |
| River_Or_Stream | SALINE RIVER |
| Structural_Height | 160 |
| Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
| Foundations | Rock, Soil |
| Surface_Area | 9040 |
| Outlet_Gates | Uncontrolled - 0 |
| Dam_Length | 5600 |
| Hazard_Potential | High |
| Nid_Height | 160 |
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