Coffeyville C. C. Dam
Key Takeaway
Coffeyville C. C. Dam is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 31.3% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 161 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | KS03893 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
COFFEYVILLE COUNTRY CLUB INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Coffeyville C. C. Dam?
Coffeyville C. C. Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Coffeyville C. C. Dam?
Coffeyville C. C. Dam is owned by COFFEYVILLE COUNTRY CLUB INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Coffeyville C. C. Dam built?
Coffeyville C. C. Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Coffeyville C. C. Dam?
Coffeyville C. C. Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Coffeyville C. C. Dam?
Coffeyville C. C. Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Coffeyville C. C. Dam last inspected?
Coffeyville C. C. Dam was last inspected on November 3, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.