Dam KS00493
Key Takeaway
Dam KS00493 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 16.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 402 ft |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 775 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | KS00493 |
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
SEWELL
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00493?
Dam KS00493 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 KS00493?
Dam KS00493 is owned by SEWELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS00493 built?
Dam KS00493 was completed in 1963, making it 63 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Dam KS00493?
Dam KS00493 has a dam height of 18 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.