Dam KS01182

MILL CREEK-TR· Johnson, Kansas· Earth· 20 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Dam KS01182 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 25% in KS)
Dam Length560 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage85 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge506 cfs
NID IDKS01182

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: June 5, 1992
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

WOODLAND ESTATES HOME ASSOC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS01182?

Dam KS01182 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 KS01182?

Dam KS01182 is owned by WOODLAND ESTATES HOME ASSOC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS01182?

Dam KS01182 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 KS01182?

Dam KS01182 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.

When was Dam KS01182 last inspected?

Dam KS01182 was last inspected on June 5, 1992. 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.