Crawford County State Lake dam
Crawford County State Lake
Crawford County State Lake, located in Kansas, is a picturesque body of water nestled in the heart of Crawford County. This state-owned lake, built in 1935, serves primarily as a recreational spot for fishing, wildlife observation, and other outdoor activities. With a dam height of 64 feet and a storage capacity of 4,136 acre-feet, the lake provides ample opportunities for water-based recreation while also serving as a vital habitat for local flora and fauna.
Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Crawford County State Lake is regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure the safety and sustainability of the water resource. The lake's significant hazard potential is carefully monitored, with inspections conducted every 5 years to assess its structural integrity and overall condition. Despite being classified as fair in terms of condition assessment, the lake remains a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking to enjoy the beauty of nature in a safe and controlled environment.
Surrounded by the serene beauty of the West Fork Dry Wood Creek and located just 28 miles from Nevada, Missouri, Crawford County State Lake offers a tranquil escape for visitors looking to connect with nature and explore the wonders of the outdoors. Whether you're a fishing enthusiast, wildlife lover, or simply seeking a peaceful retreat, this state lake provides a perfect setting for recreational activities while also serving as a vital water resource in the region.
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 Crawford County State Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Marmaton R Nr Marmaton | 194 cfs | → |
| East Drywood Creek At Prairie State Park | · | → |
| Marmaton R Nr Uniontown | 30 cfs | → |
| Marmaton R Nr Fort Scott | 127 cfs | → |
| L Osage R At Fulton | 240 cfs | → |
| Neosho R Nr Parsons | 5,370 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Crawford County State Lake.
Track Crawford County State Lake in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Crawford County State Lake
Where does the data for Crawford County State 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 Significant 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 Crawford County State Lake.