National and State Registers of Historic Places
Lone Star Lake Dam
660 E 665 Rd
Lawrence (Douglas County)
Listed in National Register
Oct 17, 2023
Architect: CCC, J.E. Stephens
Category: water works
Thematic Nomination: New Deal-era Resources of Kansas
The earthen core dam was constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corp between 1934 and 1940 and features guardrails with Art Deco detailing. The dam and guardrails are in good condition and represent the work of the CCC during the New-Deal-Era of Kansas and contribute to the significance of the property. The period of significance begins in 1934 when construction of the lake first began, and it ends in 1940 when the lake was opened to the public. This water conservation resource represents the government work programs of the New-Deal era. The property is also being nominated under Criterion C for architecture as an excellent example of Art Deco architecture during the New-Deal era.
