Dam KS00549
Key Takeaway
Dam KS00549 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 85.9% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 475 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 613 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | KS00549 |
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
WALTER, F
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00549?
Dam KS00549 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 KS00549?
Dam KS00549 is owned by WALTER, F (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS00549 built?
Dam KS00549 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 KS00549?
Dam KS00549 serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dam KS00549?
Dam KS00549 has a dam height of 35 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.