Dam KS00862

ROCK CREEK-TR· Hodgeman, Kansas· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS00862 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 3.7% in KS)
Dam Length1,120 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage113 acre-ft
Normal Storage3 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge720 cfs
NID IDKS00862

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: April 2, 1997
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

HUBIN, RAYMOND

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00862?

Dam KS00862 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 KS00862?

Dam KS00862 is owned by HUBIN, RAYMOND (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS00862?

Dam KS00862 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 KS00862?

Dam KS00862 has a dam height of 14 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 KS00862 last inspected?

Dam KS00862 was last inspected on April 2, 1997. 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.