Dam KS00382

PEATS CREEK-TR· Clay, Kansas· Built 1966· 33 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS00382 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 81.7% in KS)
Dam Length540 ft
Max Storage52 acre-ft
Normal Storage11 acre-ft
Max Discharge450 cfs
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDKS00382

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
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

MEEK, ROY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00382?

Dam KS00382 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 KS00382?

Dam KS00382 is owned by MEEK, ROY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS00382 built?

Dam KS00382 was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 KS00382?

Dam KS00382 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS00382?

Dam KS00382 has a dam height of 33 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.