Columbian Acres Dam No 1
Key Takeaway
Columbian Acres Dam No 1 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 1.3% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | KS03778 |
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
COLUMBIAN ACRES INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Columbian Acres Dam No 1?
Columbian Acres Dam No 1 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 Columbian Acres Dam No 1?
Columbian Acres Dam No 1 is owned by COLUMBIAN ACRES INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Columbian Acres Dam No 1 built?
Columbian Acres Dam No 1 was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Columbian Acres Dam No 1?
Columbian Acres Dam No 1 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Columbian Acres Dam No 1?
Columbian Acres Dam No 1 has a dam height of 12 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 Columbian Acres Dam No 1 last inspected?
Columbian Acres Dam No 1 was last inspected on July 8, 1991. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.