Dam KS01550

SCULL CREEK-TR· Norton, Kansas· Built 1937· 31 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS01550 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 76.4% in KS)
Dam Length370 ft
Max Storage223 acre-ft
Normal Storage168 acre-ft
Max Discharge1,960 cfs
Year Completed1937 (89 years old)
NID IDKS01550

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: October 16, 1979
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

VEEH

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS01550?

Dam KS01550 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 KS01550?

Dam KS01550 is owned by VEEH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS01550 built?

Dam KS01550 was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 KS01550?

Dam KS01550 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 KS01550?

Dam KS01550 has a dam height of 31 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 KS01550 last inspected?

Dam KS01550 was last inspected on October 16, 1979. 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.