Dam KS00173
Key Takeaway
Dam KS00173 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 62.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Max Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 396 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | KS00173 |
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
BUTTRON
Private
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Low Hazard 27 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00173?
Dam KS00173 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 KS00173?
Dam KS00173 is owned by BUTTRON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS00173 built?
Dam KS00173 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 KS00173?
Dam KS00173 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 KS00173?
Dam KS00173 has a dam height of 28 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.