Dam KS01351

BLACK VERMILLION-TR· Marshall, Kansas· Built 1971· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS01351 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 62.6% in KS)
Dam Length415 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage45 acre-ft
Normal Storage13 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge270 cfs
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDKS01351

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
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

RING, RAYMOND J

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS01351?

Dam KS01351 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 KS01351?

Dam KS01351 is owned by RING, RAYMOND J (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS01351 built?

Dam KS01351 was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 KS01351?

Dam KS01351 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS01351?

Dam KS01351 has a dam height of 28 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.

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.