Dam KS00606

WASHINGTON CREEK-TR· Douglas, Kansas· Built 1953· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS00606 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 38.6% in KS)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Year Completed1953 (73 years old)
NID IDKS00606

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: August 10, 2004
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

STAITIEH, SAMIH K

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00606?

Dam KS00606 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 KS00606?

Dam KS00606 is owned by STAITIEH, SAMIH K (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS00606 built?

Dam KS00606 was completed in 1953, making it 73 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Dam KS00606?

Dam KS00606 has a dam height of 23 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 KS00606 last inspected?

Dam KS00606 was last inspected on August 10, 2004. 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.