Hillsdale Dam

Miami County, Kansas (near PAOLA)

River/Stream: BIG BULL CREEK

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
105 ft
Dam Length
11,640 ft
Reservoir Storage
160,000 acre-ft
Year Completed
1981
Primary Purpose
Flood Risk Reduction
Owner Type
Federal
Max Discharge
4,750 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not AvailableLast inspected: 2025-03-26

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Not Available — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
KS82201
State
Kansas (KS)
Coordinates
38.65363, -94.90507
Age
45 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.