Dam KS01290

TURKEY CREEK-TR· Linn, Kansas· Built 1965· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS01290 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 67.7% in KS)
Dam Length362 ft
Max Storage89 acre-ft
Normal Storage43 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,240 cfs
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDKS01290

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: April 30, 2007
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

WILLIAMS, GERALD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS01290?

Dam KS01290 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 KS01290?

Dam KS01290 is owned by WILLIAMS, GERALD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS01290 built?

Dam KS01290 was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 KS01290?

Dam KS01290 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 KS01290?

Dam KS01290 has a dam height of 29 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 KS01290 last inspected?

Dam KS01290 was last inspected on April 30, 2007. 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.