Dam KS00731
Key Takeaway
Dam KS00731 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 81.7% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,005 cfs |
| NID ID | KS00731 |
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
CENTRAL STATES SYNOD LUTHERAN CH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00731?
Dam KS00731 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 KS00731?
Dam KS00731 is owned by CENTRAL STATES SYNOD LUTHERAN CH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Dam KS00731?
Dam KS00731 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 KS00731?
Dam KS00731 has a dam height of 33 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.