Dam KS01832

LOST CREEK-TR· Rooks, Kansas· Built 1949· 14 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Dam KS01832 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 3.7% in KS)
Max Storage52 acre-ft
Normal Storage31 acre-ft
Year Completed1949 (77 years old)
NID IDKS01832

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

LAMBERT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS01832?

Dam KS01832 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 KS01832?

Dam KS01832 is owned by LAMBERT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS01832 built?

Dam KS01832 was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 KS01832?

Dam KS01832 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 KS01832?

Dam KS01832 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.