Dam KS01166

MILL CREEK-TR· Johnson, Kansas· Earth· 22 ft tall

High Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS01166 is classified as high hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	22 ft (taller than 34.2% in KS)
Dam Length	445 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	49 acre-ft
Normal Storage	29 acre-ft

Surface Area	3 acres
Drainage Area	1 sq mi
NID ID	KS01166

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: May 8, 2012

State Regulated: No

Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

MAURER, CAROL SUE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS01166?

Dam KS01166 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Dam KS01166?

Dam KS01166 is owned by MAURER, CAROL SUE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS01166?

Dam KS01166 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 KS01166?

Dam KS01166 has a dam height of 22 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 KS01166 last inspected?

Dam KS01166 was last inspected on May 8, 2012. 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.