College Creek Frd No 2
Key Takeaway
College Creek Frd No 2 is classified as high hazard in Kansas. 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 | 48 ft (taller than 96.9% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,090 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 310 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 170 cfs |
| Year Modified | 2014 |
| NID ID | KS02524 |
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
ST MARY'S, CITY OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of College Creek Frd No 2?
College Creek Frd No 2 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 College Creek Frd No 2?
College Creek Frd No 2 is owned by ST MARY'S, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of College Creek Frd No 2?
College Creek Frd No 2 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 College Creek Frd No 2?
College Creek Frd No 2 has a dam height of 48 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 College Creek Frd No 2 last inspected?
College Creek Frd No 2 was last inspected on September 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.