Dam A
Key Takeaway
Dam A is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 2.2% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 996 cfs |
| NID ID | KS09006 |
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
VOELK, JOHN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam A?
Dam A 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 A?
Dam A is owned by VOELK, JOHN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Dam A?
Dam A serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dam A?
Dam A has a dam height of 13 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 A last inspected?
Dam A was last inspected on March 20, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.