Brown Co State Fishing Lake dam
Brown Co State Fishing Lake
Brown County State Fishing Lake, located in Leona, Kansas, is a picturesque earth dam structure built in 1953 for the primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond. The dam stands at a height of 42 feet with a hydraulic height of 38 feet, containing a maximum storage capacity of 1,020 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 490 acre-feet. The lake is situated along the Wolf River-TR, providing a tranquil setting for fishing enthusiasts to enjoy the abundant aquatic wildlife.
Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, the state-regulated Brown County State Fishing Lake boasts a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam spans a length of 1,210 feet and has a maximum discharge capacity of 4,000 cubic feet per second, ensuring proper water flow management during periods of high precipitation. While the structure has not been inspected in recent years and lacks detailed risk assessment information, the lake remains a popular destination for outdoor recreation and serves as a vital habitat for diverse flora and fauna in the region.
With its serene surroundings and ecological significance, Brown County State Fishing Lake offers a unique opportunity for water resource and climate enthusiasts to engage with nature and appreciate the importance of sustainable water management practices. As a designated Fish and Wildlife Pond, the lake contributes to the conservation of local biodiversity and provides a valuable recreational space for residents and visitors alike. As efforts continue to monitor and maintain the dam structure, the lake stands as a testament to the harmonious coexistence of human activity and environmental conservation in the heart of Kansas.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Brown Co State Fishing Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri River At Rulo | 43,900 cfs | → |
| Big Nemaha River At Falls City | 2,530 cfs | → |
| Delaware R Nr Muscotah | 321 cfs | → |
| Missouri River At St. Joseph | 62,800 cfs | → |
| Nodaway River Near Graham | 3,620 cfs | → |
| Stranger C Nr Potter | 199 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Brown Co State Fishing Lake.
Track Brown Co State Fishing Lake in the Snoflo app
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About Brown Co State Fishing Lake
Where does the data for Brown Co State Fishing Lake come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Brown Co State Fishing Lake.