Dam KS01453

FRENCH CREEK-TR· Nemaha, Kansas· Built 1954· 33 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS01453 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 81.7% in KS)
Dam Length1,500 ft
Max Storage152 acre-ft
Normal Storage66 acre-ft
Max Discharge613 cfs
Year Completed1954 (72 years old)
NID IDKS01453

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: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

DODDS, GALEN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS01453?

Dam KS01453 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 KS01453?

Dam KS01453 is owned by DODDS, GALEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS01453 built?

Dam KS01453 was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 KS01453?

Dam KS01453 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS01453?

Dam KS01453 has a dam height of 33 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.