Dam KS00192
Key Takeaway
Dam KS00192 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 57.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 590 ft |
| Max Storage | 249 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 179 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Max Discharge | 5,054 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | KS00192 |
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
GARRISON
Private
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Low Hazard 19 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00192?
Dam KS00192 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 KS00192?
Dam KS00192 is owned by GARRISON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS00192 built?
Dam KS00192 was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 KS00192?
Dam KS00192 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 KS00192?
Dam KS00192 has a dam height of 27 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.