Dam KS01155

WHITE ROCK CREEK-TR· Jewell, Kansas· Built 1971· Earth· 20 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Dam KS01155 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 20 ft (taller than 25% in KS)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage162 acre-ft
Normal Storage84 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDKS01155

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

HESTING, PAUL A

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS01155?

Dam KS01155 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 KS01155?

Dam KS01155 is owned by HESTING, PAUL A (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS01155 built?

Dam KS01155 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 KS01155?

Dam KS01155 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 KS01155?

Dam KS01155 has a dam height of 20 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.