Dam KS01629

SALINE RIVER-TR· Ottawa, Kansas· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS01629 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 16.5% in KS)
Dam Length665 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage143 acre-ft
Normal Storage33 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Max Discharge868 cfs
NID IDKS01629

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: January 12, 1994
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

YOST, FRED

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS01629?

Dam KS01629 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 KS01629?

Dam KS01629 is owned by YOST, FRED (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS01629?

Dam KS01629 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 KS01629?

Dam KS01629 has a dam height of 18 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 KS01629 last inspected?

Dam KS01629 was last inspected on January 12, 1994. 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.