Piper Lake A.K.A. Canaan Lake dam
Piper Lake A.K.A. Canaan Lake
Piper Lake, also known as Canaan Lake, is a privately owned reservoir located in Wyandotte County, Kansas. Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, this dam serves the primary purpose of recreation, offering a serene getaway for water resource and climate enthusiasts. With a dam height of 32.55 feet and a storage capacity of 377.12 acre-feet, the lake covers a surface area of 45.8 acres and has a drainage area of 1.77 square miles.
Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, Piper Lake remains a popular destination for outdoor activities. The uncontrolled spillway with a width of 65 feet ensures the safe release of excess water, while the moderate risk assessment level indicates the need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures. With its picturesque surroundings and diverse wildlife, Piper Lake Club Dam provides a unique opportunity to appreciate the intersection of water resources and climate dynamics in the heart of Kansas City, KS.
As a vital water resource in the region, Piper Lake plays a crucial role in supporting local ecosystems and providing recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike. With its strategic location along Island Creek, this earth dam stands as a testament to sustainable water management practices and the importance of maintaining safe and resilient infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions. Explore Piper Lake A.K.A. Canaan Lake to experience the beauty and functionality of this hidden gem in the Kansas City District.
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 Piper Lake A.K.A. Canaan Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Stranger C Nr Tonganoxie | 253 cfs | → |
| Mill C At Johnson Drive | 27 cfs | → |
| Cedar C Nr Desoto | 29 cfs | → |
| Kansas R At Desoto | 6,120 cfs | → |
| Missouri River At Kansas City | 66,600 cfs | → |
| Kill C At 95 St Nr Desoto | 16 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Piper Lake A.K.A. Canaan Lake.
Track Piper Lake A.K.A. Canaan Lake in the Snoflo app
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About Piper Lake A.K.A. Canaan Lake
Where does the data for Piper Lake A.K.A. Canaan 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 High 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 Piper Lake A.K.A. Canaan Lake.