Ast Dam
Key Takeaway
Ast Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 5.9% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 840 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | KS09156 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
AST JR TRUST, JOSEPH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ast Dam?
Ast Dam 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 Ast Dam?
Ast Dam is owned by AST JR TRUST, JOSEPH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ast Dam built?
Ast Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Ast Dam?
Ast Dam 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 Ast Dam?
Ast Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Ast Dam last inspected?
Ast Dam was last inspected on January 15, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.