Dam KS00165
Key Takeaway
Dam KS00165 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 76.4% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 615 ft |
| Max Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 424 cfs |
| NID ID | KS00165 |
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
FURHMAN, ROY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00165?
Dam KS00165 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 KS00165?
Dam KS00165 is owned by FURHMAN, ROY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Dam KS00165?
Dam KS00165 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 KS00165?
Dam KS00165 has a dam height of 31 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.