12-8
SOUTH FORK OF WOLF RIVER·
Brown, Kansas·
Built 2004·
Earth·
38 ft tall
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 90.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 970 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 291 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,473 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | KS07932 |
Safety Information
Significant Hazard
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities
Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: July 8, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture
Ownership
WOLF RIVER WJD NO 66
Local Government
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Low Hazard 33 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of 12-8?
12-8 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Who owns 12-8?
12-8 is owned by WOLF RIVER WJD NO 66 (Local Government).
When was 12-8 last inspected?
12-8 was last inspected on July 8, 2020.
When was 12-8 built?
12-8 was completed in 2004, making it 22 years old.
Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.