Dam KS01814

WALNUT CREEK-TR· Riley, Kansas· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS01814 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 3.7% in KS)
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage8 acre-ft
NID IDKS01814

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: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

BEAUCHAMP, H A

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS01814?

Dam KS01814 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 KS01814?

Dam KS01814 is owned by BEAUCHAMP, H A (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS01814?

Dam KS01814 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 KS01814?

Dam KS01814 has a dam height of 14 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.