Dam KS00294

EIGHT MILE CREEK-TR· Butler, Kansas· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS00294 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 16.5% in KS)
Dam Length900 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage75 acre-ft
Normal Storage29 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge451 cfs
NID IDKS00294

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 6, 2005
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

BOLAIN, DONNIE P & DIANNE K

Private

Nearby Dams

Frd No 13

Butler, KS

Low Hazard 21 ft

Dam KS00303

Butler, KS

Low Hazard 38 ft

Frd #103 Scholfield-Bond Site

Butler, KS

Low Hazard 27 ft

Frd No 14

Butler, KS

Low Hazard 24 ft

Frd No 9

Butler, KS

Low Hazard 24 ft

Frd No 114

Butler, KS

Low Hazard 33 ft

Dam KS00286

Butler, KS

Low Hazard 20 ft

Dam KS00282

Butler, KS

Low Hazard 26 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00294?

Dam KS00294 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 KS00294?

Dam KS00294 is owned by BOLAIN, DONNIE P & DIANNE K (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS00294?

Dam KS00294 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 KS00294?

Dam KS00294 has a dam height of 18 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.

When was Dam KS00294 last inspected?

Dam KS00294 was last inspected on February 6, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.