Dam KS00508

MUD CREEK-TR· Dickinson, Kansas· Built 1967· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS00508 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 16.5% in KS)
Dam Length650 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage77 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
Max Discharge414 cfs
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)
NID IDKS00508

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: June 13, 1996
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

ZOOK

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00508?

Dam KS00508 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 KS00508?

Dam KS00508 is owned by ZOOK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS00508 built?

Dam KS00508 was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 KS00508?

Dam KS00508 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 KS00508?

Dam KS00508 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.

When was Dam KS00508 last inspected?

Dam KS00508 was last inspected on June 13, 1996. 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.