Dam KS00655
Key Takeaway
Dam KS00655 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 34.2% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Max Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 685 cfs |
| NID ID | KS00655 |
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
SCHACHT, F
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00655?
Dam KS00655 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 KS00655?
Dam KS00655 is owned by SCHACHT, F (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Dam KS00655?
Dam KS00655 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 KS00655?
Dam KS00655 has a dam height of 22 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.