Dam KS00421
Key Takeaway
Dam KS00421 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 21.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,080 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 184 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 33 cfs |
| NID ID | KS00421 |
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
PARMELY, CLARENCE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00421?
Dam KS00421 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 KS00421?
Dam KS00421 is owned by PARMELY, CLARENCE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Dam KS00421?
Dam KS00421 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 KS00421?
Dam KS00421 has a dam height of 19 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.