Clay Dam

LITTLE PLUM CREEK-TR· Leavenworth, Kansas· Built 1976· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Clay Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 62.6% in KS)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage28 acre-ft
Normal Storage23 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge94 cfs
Year Completed1976 (50 years old)
NID IDKS04052

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: February 4, 2005
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

CLAY, TIMOTHY J & CARI P

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Clay Dam?

Clay 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 Clay Dam?

Clay Dam is owned by CLAY, TIMOTHY J & CARI P (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Clay Dam built?

Clay Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Clay Dam?

Clay 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 Clay Dam last inspected?

Clay Dam was last inspected on February 4, 2005. 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.