Dam KS00877
Key Takeaway
Dam KS00877 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 0.4% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 2,720 ft |
| Max Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | KS00877 |
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
KANSAS DEPT OF WILDLIFE PARKS & TOURISM
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00877?
Dam KS00877 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 KS00877?
Dam KS00877 is owned by KANSAS DEPT OF WILDLIFE PARKS & TOURISM (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS00877 built?
Dam KS00877 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.
How tall is Dam KS00877?
Dam KS00877 has a dam height of 10 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 KS00877 last inspected?
Dam KS00877 was last inspected on August 10, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.