Dam KS01163
Key Takeaway
Dam KS01163 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 87.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 435 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Max Discharge | 545 cfs |
| NID ID | KS01163 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
SEAN M & RACHEL L GRAVES;SUSAN M LEWIS;TOMA-SHAW HOMES ASSN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS01163?
Dam KS01163 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 KS01163?
Dam KS01163 is owned by SEAN M & RACHEL L GRAVES;SUSAN M LEWIS;TOMA-SHAW HOMES ASSN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Dam KS01163?
Dam KS01163 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 KS01163?
Dam KS01163 has a dam height of 36 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.