B-4

WOLFPEN CREEK-TR· Bourbon, Kansas· Built 2014· Earth· 31 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Fish And Wildlife Pond Debris Control Local Government

Key Takeaway

B-4 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2014 and is 12 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 76.4% in KS)
Dam Length750 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage306 acre-ft
Normal Storage38 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed2014 (12 years old)
NID IDKS09509

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
Last Inspection: April 29, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

MARMATON WJD NO 102

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of B-4?

B-4 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 B-4?

B-4 is owned by MARMATON WJD NO 102 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was B-4 built?

B-4 was completed in 2014, making it 12 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 B-4?

B-4 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is B-4?

B-4 has a dam height of 31 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 B-4 last inspected?

B-4 was last inspected on April 29, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.