Bailey Dam

ROCK CREEK-TR· Douglas, Kansas· Built 1974· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Bailey Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 67.7% in KS)
Dam Length400 ft
Max Storage24 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)
NID IDKS04095

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: August 4, 2004
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

BAILY, KRISTINE H

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bailey Dam?

Bailey 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 Bailey Dam?

Bailey Dam is owned by BAILY, KRISTINE H (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bailey Dam built?

Bailey Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Bailey Dam?

Bailey Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Bailey Dam last inspected?

Bailey Dam was last inspected on August 4, 2004. 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.