Dam KS00432

MULE CREEK-TR· Comanche, Kansas· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS00432 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 62.6% in KS)
Dam Length560 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage148 acre-ft
Normal Storage93 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge1,735 cfs
NID IDKS00432

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: October 2, 1979
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

BOOTH, WILLIAM

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00432?

Dam KS00432 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 KS00432?

Dam KS00432 is owned by BOOTH, WILLIAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS00432?

Dam KS00432 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 KS00432?

Dam KS00432 has a dam height of 28 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 KS00432 last inspected?

Dam KS00432 was last inspected on October 2, 1979. 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.