Dam KS00453

OTTER CREEK-TR· Cowley, Kansas· Earth· 26 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Dam KS00453 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 50.5% in KS)
Dam Length620 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage152 acre-ft
Normal Storage79 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge900 cfs
NID IDKS00453

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

WARREN, JOE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00453?

Dam KS00453 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 KS00453?

Dam KS00453 is owned by WARREN, JOE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS00453?

Dam KS00453 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 KS00453?

Dam KS00453 has a dam height of 26 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.