Center Dam

INDIAN CREEK-TR· Elk, Kansas· Earth· 34 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Center Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 34 ft (taller than 84% in KS)
Dam Length1,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage398 acre-ft
Normal Storage180 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge659 cfs
NID IDKS09360

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 10, 2006
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

FALL RIVER LAND CO LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Center Dam?

Center 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 Center Dam?

Center Dam is owned by FALL RIVER LAND CO LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Center Dam?

Center Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Center Dam?

Center Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Center Dam last inspected?

Center Dam was last inspected on July 10, 2006. 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.