Augusta Waterworks Dam
Key Takeaway
Augusta Waterworks Dam is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 39 ft (taller than 91.9% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 181 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,615 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2013 |
| NID ID | KS00309 |
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
AUGUSTA, CITY OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Augusta Waterworks Dam?
Augusta Waterworks Dam 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 Augusta Waterworks Dam?
Augusta Waterworks Dam is owned by AUGUSTA, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Augusta Waterworks Dam built?
Augusta Waterworks Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Augusta Waterworks Dam?
Augusta Waterworks Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Augusta Waterworks Dam?
Augusta Waterworks Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Augusta Waterworks Dam last inspected?
Augusta Waterworks Dam was last inspected on March 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.