Dam KS01861
Key Takeaway
Dam KS01861 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 25% in KS) |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | KS01861 |
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
RUSSELL COUNTY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS01861?
Dam KS01861 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 KS01861?
Dam KS01861 is owned by RUSSELL COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS01861 built?
Dam KS01861 was completed in 1967, making it 59 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Dam KS01861?
Dam KS01861 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.