Hillsdale Lake to undergo periodic inspection

Published Feb. 10, 2015

Paola, Kan., – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Hillsdale Lake will be conducting a periodic dam inspection on March 23-27. The outlet area located below the dam will be closed to the public. The area will be restricted due to safety concerns and the need to complete the inspection in a timely manner to reduce cost.

Structural, mechanical, electrical and geotechnical engineers will be doing a complete inspection of the dam and its operating features. The inspection is completed every five to 10 years and involves a complete inspection of the dam, the outlet area and the emergency spillway.  

If you have questions, please feel free to contact the Corps of Engineers office at 913-783-4366.

 

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Release no. PA-2015-06