Dam KS00948

STRAIGHT CREEK-TR· Jackson, Kansas· Built 1969· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS00948 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 50.5% in KS)
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage16 acre-ft
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)
NID IDKS00948

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
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

GERHARDT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS00948?

Dam KS00948 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 KS00948?

Dam KS00948 is owned by GERHARDT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS00948 built?

Dam KS00948 was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 KS00948?

Dam KS00948 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS00948?

Dam KS00948 has a dam height of 26 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.

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.