Dam KS00035

HARRIS CREEK-TR· Nemaha, Kansas· Built 1974· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Debris Control Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS00035 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is debris control.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 41.9% in KS)
Dam Length580 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage76 acre-ft
Normal Storage7 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge767 cfs
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)
NID IDKS00035

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
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

UPHAUS, AUGUST

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00035?

Dam KS00035 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 KS00035?

Dam KS00035 is owned by UPHAUS, AUGUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS00035 built?

Dam KS00035 was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 KS00035?

Dam KS00035 serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS00035?

Dam KS00035 has a dam height of 24 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.

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.