Dam KS01172

WOLF CREEK-TR· Johnson, Kansas· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS01172 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 38.6% in KS)
Dam Length1,250 ft
Max Storage187 acre-ft
Normal Storage101 acre-ft
Max Discharge860 cfs
NID IDKS01172

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 15, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

ARENSON FAMILY LP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS01172?

Dam KS01172 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 KS01172?

Dam KS01172 is owned by ARENSON FAMILY LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS01172?

Dam KS01172 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 KS01172?

Dam KS01172 has a dam height of 23 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 KS01172 last inspected?

Dam KS01172 was last inspected on November 15, 2019. 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.