Dam KS00861
Key Takeaway
Dam KS00861 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 810 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,480 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | KS00861 |
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
KOONTZ, LEWIS L
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00861?
Dam KS00861 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 KS00861?
Dam KS00861 is owned by KOONTZ, LEWIS L (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS00861 built?
Dam KS00861 was completed in 1966, making it 60 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Dam KS00861?
Dam KS00861 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 KS00861?
Dam KS00861 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.