Dam KS00451

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

Key Takeaway

Dam KS00451 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 Length375 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage73 acre-ft
Normal Storage63 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge845 cfs
NID IDKS00451

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: April 25, 2007
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

DECOSTER FAMILY LIMITED PARTNERSHIP;MEAD FERGUSON;WILLIAM FERGUSON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00451?

Dam KS00451 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 KS00451?

Dam KS00451 is owned by DECOSTER FAMILY LIMITED PARTNERSHIP;MEAD FERGUSON;WILLIAM FERGUSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS00451?

Dam KS00451 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 KS00451?

Dam KS00451 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 KS00451 last inspected?

Dam KS00451 was last inspected on April 25, 2007. 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.