Dam KS00090

SOLOMON RIVER-TR· Ottawa, Kansas· Built 2001· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS00090 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 3.7% in KS)
Dam Length610 ft
Max Storage90 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Max Discharge469 cfs
Year Completed2001 (25 years old)
NID IDKS00090

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: December 28, 2001
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

BECKER, A F

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00090?

Dam KS00090 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 KS00090?

Dam KS00090 is owned by BECKER, A F (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS00090 built?

Dam KS00090 was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 KS00090?

Dam KS00090 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 KS00090?

Dam KS00090 has a dam height of 14 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 KS00090 last inspected?

Dam KS00090 was last inspected on December 28, 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.