Dam KS01000

BURR OAK BRANCH-TR· Jefferson, Kansas· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS01000 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 46.5% in KS)
Dam Length440 ft
Max Storage87 acre-ft
Normal Storage42 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDKS01000

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 16, 2013
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

GANTZ LAND LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS01000?

Dam KS01000 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 KS01000?

Dam KS01000 is owned by GANTZ LAND LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS01000?

Dam KS01000 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 KS01000?

Dam KS01000 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.

When was Dam KS01000 last inspected?

Dam KS01000 was last inspected on April 16, 2013. 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.