302

PLUM CREEK-TR· Woodson, Kansas· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Local Government

Key Takeaway

302 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 25% in KS)
Dam Length1,380 ft
Max Storage185 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Max Discharge1,020 cfs
NID IDKS02657

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

CHERRY-PLUM CREEKS WJD NO 17

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of 302?

302 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates 302?

302 is owned by CHERRY-PLUM CREEKS WJD NO 17 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of 302?

302 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is 302?

302 has a dam height of 20 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

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.