Dam KS00258

WOLF RIVER-TR· Brown, Kansas· Earth· 27 ft tall
Significant Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS00258 is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 57.6% in KS)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage28 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge350 cfs
NID IDKS00258

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

IDOL, FRANK

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00258?

Dam KS00258 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Dam KS00258?

Dam KS00258 is owned by IDOL, FRANK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS00258?

Dam KS00258 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 KS00258?

Dam KS00258 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.