Dam 1

HICKORY CREEK-TR· Crawford, Kansas· Built 1970· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 13% in KS)
Dam Length1,700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage365 acre-ft
Normal Storage145 acre-ft
Surface Area32 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge830 cfs
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDKS00475

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: November 14, 2001
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

EGBERT, VERNON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam 1?

Dam 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 Dam 1?

Dam 1 is owned by EGBERT, VERNON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam 1 built?

Dam 1 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Dam 1?

Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam 1?

Dam 1 has a dam height of 17 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 Dam 1 last inspected?

Dam 1 was last inspected on November 14, 2001. 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.