Dam KS00233
Key Takeaway
Dam KS00233 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 31.3% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Max Storage | 256 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,531 cfs |
| NID ID | KS00233 |
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
MATER, FRED J
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00233?
Dam KS00233 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 KS00233?
Dam KS00233 is owned by MATER, FRED J (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Dam KS00233?
Dam KS00233 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, 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 KS00233?
Dam KS00233 has a dam height of 21 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.