Dam KS01871
Key Takeaway
Dam KS01871 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 9.1% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 690 ft |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 141 cfs |
| NID ID | KS01871 |
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
CORMAN, EVAN
Private
Nearby Dams
Dam KS04630
Saline, KS
Low Hazard 18 ftPeterson; Rita M.
Saline, KS
Low Hazard 22 ftDam KS03251
Saline, KS
Low Hazard 17 ftDam KS01677
Ottawa, KS
Low Hazard 14 ftDam KS07504
Saline, KS
Low Hazard 14 ftDam KS01640
Ottawa, KS
Low Hazard 15 ftDam KS01634
Ottawa, KS
Low Hazard 24 ftDam KS00206
Ottawa, KS
Low Hazard 12 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dam KS01871?
Dam KS01871 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 KS01871?
Dam KS01871 is owned by CORMAN, EVAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Dam KS01871?
Dam KS01871 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 KS01871?
Dam KS01871 has a dam height of 16 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.