Dam KS01130

SALINE RIVER-TR· Ellis, Kansas· Built 1969· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS01130 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 31.3% in KS)
Max Storage65 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)
NID IDKS01130

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: November 7, 2002
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

BOWLBY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS01130?

Dam KS01130 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 KS01130?

Dam KS01130 is owned by BOWLBY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS01130 built?

Dam KS01130 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.

How tall is Dam KS01130?

Dam KS01130 has a dam height of 21 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 KS01130 last inspected?

Dam KS01130 was last inspected on November 7, 2002. 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.