Dam KS00187
Key Takeaway
Dam KS00187 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 41.9% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 319 cfs |
| NID ID | KS00187 |
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
DOUGHTY, LYLE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00187?
Dam KS00187 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 KS00187?
Dam KS00187 is owned by DOUGHTY, LYLE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Dam KS00187?
Dam KS00187 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 KS00187?
Dam KS00187 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.