Dam KS00433

RED FORK CREEK-TR· Comanche, Kansas· Built 1942· 33 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Dam KS00433 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1942 and is 84 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 81.7% in KS)
Dam Length275 ft
Max Storage57 acre-ft
Normal Storage44 acre-ft
Max Discharge389 cfs
Year Completed1942 (84 years old)
NID IDKS00433

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

MCMORAN, JE TRUST ESTATE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00433?

Dam KS00433 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 KS00433?

Dam KS00433 is owned by MCMORAN, JE TRUST ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS00433 built?

Dam KS00433 was completed in 1942, making it 84 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 KS00433?

Dam KS00433 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 KS00433?

Dam KS00433 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.