Clark/Ferguson Dam
Key Takeaway
Clark/Ferguson Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 62.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 650 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | KS03810 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
CLARK, STEVE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Clark/Ferguson Dam?
Clark/Ferguson 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 Clark/Ferguson Dam?
Clark/Ferguson Dam is owned by CLARK, STEVE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clark/Ferguson Dam built?
Clark/Ferguson 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 Clark/Ferguson Dam?
Clark/Ferguson Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Clark/Ferguson Dam last inspected?
Clark/Ferguson Dam was last inspected on November 13, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.