Dam KS01104

FALL CREEK-TR· Jefferson, Kansas· Built 1971· Earth· 25 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Dam KS01104 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 46.5% in KS)
Dam Length625 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage55 acre-ft
Normal Storage25 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge276 cfs
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDKS01104

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

WILLITS, RUSSELL W

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS01104?

Dam KS01104 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 KS01104?

Dam KS01104 is owned by WILLITS, RUSSELL W (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS01104 built?

Dam KS01104 was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 KS01104?

Dam KS01104 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 KS01104?

Dam KS01104 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.

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.