Dam KS00685
Key Takeaway
Dam KS00685 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,300 cfs |
| NID ID | KS00685 |
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
WILLIAMSBURG WILDLIFE CLUB
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00685?
Dam KS00685 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 KS00685?
Dam KS00685 is owned by WILLIAMSBURG WILDLIFE CLUB (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Dam KS00685?
Dam KS00685 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dam KS00685?
Dam KS00685 has a dam height of 25 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.