96th St & Hoover Road
Key Takeaway
96th St & Hoover Road is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2010 and is 16 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 1.3% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 3,350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 633 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,603 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2010 (16 years old) |
| NID ID | KS09343 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SEDGWICK, CITY OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of 96th St & Hoover Road?
96th St & Hoover Road is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates 96th St & Hoover Road?
96th St & Hoover Road is owned by SEDGWICK, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was 96th St & Hoover Road built?
96th St & Hoover Road was completed in 2010, making it 16 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of 96th St & Hoover Road?
96th St & Hoover Road serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is 96th St & Hoover Road?
96th St & Hoover Road has a dam height of 12 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.
When was 96th St & Hoover Road last inspected?
96th St & Hoover Road was last inspected on April 14, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.