Bengtson Dam

WEST BRANCH-GYPSUM CREEK-TR· Saline, Kansas· Built 1958· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Bengtson Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 38.6% in KS)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage188 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDKS03250

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: July 6, 2011
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

BENGTSON, ROGER & SHERRY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bengtson Dam?

Bengtson 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 Bengtson Dam?

Bengtson Dam is owned by BENGTSON, ROGER & SHERRY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bengtson Dam built?

Bengtson 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.

How tall is Bengtson Dam?

Bengtson Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Bengtson Dam last inspected?

Bengtson Dam was last inspected on July 6, 2011. 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.