Dam KS01645
Key Takeaway
Dam KS01645 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 25% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,340 ft |
| Max Storage | 410 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,732 cfs |
| NID ID | KS01645 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
SIDENER, RENA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS01645?
Dam KS01645 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 KS01645?
Dam KS01645 is owned by SIDENER, RENA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Dam KS01645?
Dam KS01645 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 KS01645?
Dam KS01645 has a dam height of 20 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.