Dam KS00547
Key Takeaway
Dam KS00547 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 57.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Max Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 229 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | KS00547 |
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
STAPEL, RAYMOND
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00547?
Dam KS00547 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 KS00547?
Dam KS00547 is owned by STAPEL, RAYMOND (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS00547 built?
Dam KS00547 was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 KS00547?
Dam KS00547 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dam KS00547?
Dam KS00547 has a dam height of 27 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.