Dam KS00659

ASH CREEK-TR· Ellsworth, Kansas· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS00659 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 Length765 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage291 acre-ft
Normal Storage59 acre-ft
Drainage Area2 sq mi
NID IDKS00659

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: March 12, 2003
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

RATHBUN TRUST NO 1, DELORES C

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00659?

Dam KS00659 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 KS00659?

Dam KS00659 is owned by RATHBUN TRUST NO 1, DELORES C (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS00659?

Dam KS00659 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 KS00659?

Dam KS00659 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.

When was Dam KS00659 last inspected?

Dam KS00659 was last inspected on March 12, 2003. 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.