Milford Dam

Kansas — Geary County — REPUBLICAN RIVER

Location

StateKansas
CountyGeary
RiverREPUBLICAN RIVER
Coordinates39.08333, -96.89500

Physical Characteristics

NID Height147 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length6,300 ft
NID Storage1,145,000 acre-ft
Max Storage1,145,000 acre-ft
Surface Area15,708 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMarch 26, 2026
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1966
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeRockfill
Owner TypeFederal
OwnerUSACE - Kansas City District
Other NameMilford Lake

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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