Dam KS00599
Key Takeaway
Dam KS00599 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 1.3% in KS) |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | KS00599 |
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
HANSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00599?
Dam KS00599 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 KS00599?
Dam KS00599 is owned by HANSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS00599 built?
Dam KS00599 was completed in 1970, making it 56 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Dam KS00599?
Dam KS00599 has a dam height of 12 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 KS00599 last inspected?
Dam KS00599 was last inspected on March 23, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.