Dam KS01835
Key Takeaway
Dam KS01835 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 25% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 184 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,530 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | KS01835 |
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
KATS, SHERLYN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS01835?
Dam KS01835 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 KS01835?
Dam KS01835 is owned by KATS, SHERLYN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS01835 built?
Dam KS01835 was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 KS01835?
Dam KS01835 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 KS01835?
Dam KS01835 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.
When was Dam KS01835 last inspected?
Dam KS01835 was last inspected on May 6, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.