Dam KS01433

ROCK CREEK-TR· Mitchell, Kansas· Built 1956· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS01433 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 46.5% in KS)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage110 acre-ft
Year Completed1956 (70 years old)
NID IDKS01433

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 19, 2002
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

KADEL, JIM

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS01433?

Dam KS01433 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 KS01433?

Dam KS01433 is owned by KADEL, JIM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS01433 built?

Dam KS01433 was completed in 1956, making it 70 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Dam KS01433?

Dam KS01433 has a dam height of 25 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 KS01433 last inspected?

Dam KS01433 was last inspected on November 19, 2002. 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.