The Almena Diversion Dam is located 8 miles east of Norton, Kansas along the valley of Prairie Dog Creek in north-central Kansas and about 11 miles downstream from Norton Dam. The site includes 130 land acres and 12 water acres. Hunting for pheasant, waterfowl, deer, and dove is available. Prairie Dog State Park and Ke
Maybe — confirm before you go.
Reclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here.
- Fee type Fee unknown — The fee structure here is unconfirmed.
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Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Almena Diversion Dam — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
Depends Does the America the Beautiful pass work here?
Maybe — Reclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here. Check with the managing agency before you go.
Yes Can you watch wildlife or birds here?
Yes — Almena Diversion Dam is a spot for wildlife and bird watching. Keep your distance and never feed animals.
Depends Is hunting allowed?
Yes — hunting is permitted here in season, with the required state license and tags. Check seasons and unit rules.
Yes Can you bring a dog?
Generally yes — dogs are welcome when kept under control (usually leashed). Confirm any local rules.
Depends Are drones allowed?
Sometimes — often allowed away from wilderness and developed or crowded areas, with rules. Check locally before you fly.
Nearby sites
Ken Lund from Reno, Nevada, USA / CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons Bureau of Reclamation Keith Sebelius Reservoir (Prairie Dog State Park)
CheckReclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here.
NPS Photo National Park Service Nicodemus National Historic Site
ConfirmedFree entry — there is no entrance fee here, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
